09/16/2026
🏡Thinking about buying a home in the next 6 months? Save this.
Before you start scrolling listings and booking showings, make sure you’ve got these 5 things figured out:
1️⃣ Know your number — Get pre-approved and understand what you can comfortably afford.
2️⃣ Budget beyond the down payment — Closing costs, land transfer tax, legal fees, inspections, moving expenses… they add up.
3️⃣ Stop waiting for the “perfect” market — Focus on your own financial situation and what’s happening in the specific areas you’re considering.
4️⃣ Know your must-haves — Separate your *must-haves*, *nice-to-haves* and *deal breakers* before you fall in love with a house.
5️⃣ Think beyond the dream home — Your first home doesn’t have to be your forever home. Consider location, affordability and future resale potential.
✨Your buyer checklist:
☐ Get pre-approved
☐ Know your comfortable budget
☐ Save for closing costs
☐ Check your credit
☐ Define your must-haves
☐ Research neighbourhoods
☐ Start watching the market
☐ Find a Realtor you trust
And remember — you don’t have to be ready to buy today to start preparing today.
If buying is somewhere on your 6-month horizon, send me “BUYER” and let’s talk about what you should be doing now to get ready. No pressure, just a plan. 🤍
Andrea | Durham Region Realtor
Helping real families make smart moves.
