Buyers are often so focused on finding the right property and following today's interest rate that they may overlook other things that are important when buying a house. Of course finding the right property is the most important piece of the puzzle but things like your credit score, how much you really need to put down (it doesn't need to be 20 percent) and mistakenly assuming you can get approved for a loan instantly are also pieces to a complete puzzle.
There was a great article on Realtor.com recently on the 10 things most home buyers don't consider. It is worth a read if you are jumping into the house buying world. Click for the article. If you have any questions or need lender introductions let me know. I recommend buyers interview at least three before deciding on one. This is an enormous financial transaction so it is important to go into it with as much knowledge as possible.
