Buyers: Home Search-Touring Homes

02/07/25 • 19 min

Summary
In this conversation, Clint C. Galliano and Ben Harang discuss the essential steps in the home buying process, focusing on how to effectively search for and tour homes. They emphasize the importance of buyer consultation to understand the needs and motivations of buyers, as well as best practices for scheduling home tours and being respectful to sellers. The conversation highlights the significance of being prepared and considerate throughout the home buying journey to ensure a smooth transaction.

Takeaways
• Helping the buyers find their dream home is crucial.
• Creating a list of desired homes is essential.
• Buyers have preferred methods for searching online.
• Scheduling home tours efficiently saves time.
• Being considerate of sellers is important during viewings.
• Video surveillance in homes can impact negotiations.
• Discussing thoughts on a home should be done away from the property.
• Understanding buyer motivations is key to successful transactions.
• Respectful treatment of sellers can lead to better offers.
• Buyer consultation helps agents assist clients effectively.

Sound Bites
"Helping the buyers find their dream home."
"Being considerate goes a long way."
"We want to try and avoid that."

Chapters
00:00 Teaser
00:19 Intro
00:33 Welcome
01:05 Overview of the Home Search Process
06:45 Touring Homes: Best Practices
12:07 Beware of Video/Audio Surveillance
19:33 Disclaimer

Hosts
Ben Harang, REALTOR® La.
License #: 36589
Keller Williams Realty Bayou Partners
Mobile: 985.859.2500
Office: 985.262.4400
[email protected]
benharang.com

Clint C. Galliano, REALTOR®
La. License #: 995704723
Keller Williams Realty Bayou Partners
Mobile: 985.647.4479
Office: 985.262.4400
[email protected]
clintcgallianorealtor.com

Produced by Clint Galliano
Music by Wiggins Studios

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Click here to view the episode transcript.

Sound Bites
"Helping the buyers find their dream home."
"Being considerate goes a long way."
"We want to try and avoid that."

Chapters
00:00 Teaser
00:19 Intro
00:33 Welcome
01:05 Overview of the Home Search Process
06:45 Touring Homes: Best Practices
12:07 Beware of Video/Audio Surveillance
19:33 Disclaimer

Hosts
Ben Harang, REALTOR® La.
License #: 36589
Keller Williams Realty Bayou Partners
Mobile: 985.859.2500
Office: 985.262.4400
[email protected]
benharang.com

Clint C. Galliano, REALTOR®
La. License #: 995704723
Keller Williams Realty Bayou Partners
Mobile: 985.647.4479
Office: 985.262.4400
[email protected]
clintcgallianorealtor.com

Produced by Clint Galliano
Music by Wiggins Studios

Click here to watch a video of this episode.
Click here to view the episode transcript.

Previous Episode

Buyers: Loan Types

Summary

In this conversation, Clint C. Galliano and Ben Harang discuss various loan products available for home buyers, including conventional, FHA, VA, and rural development loans. They emphasize the importance of understanding the requirements and best uses for each loan type, as well as the financial implications of home ownership. The discussion also touches on the significance of not overextending oneself financially when purchasing a home and the benefits of consulting with a knowledgeable lender.

Takeaways

· It's important to understand different loan products available for home buyers.

· Conventional loans typically require higher credit scores and down payments.

· FHA loans are suitable for first-time buyers with lower credit scores.

· VA loans offer no down payment for eligible veterans and active military.

· Rural development loans can finance closing costs and have income limits.

· Jumbo loans cater to high-value properties and require significant down payments.

· Home buyers should avoid being 'house poor' by managing their finances wisely.

· Consulting with a quality lender can help find the best loan product.

· FHA loans can be used to purchase multi-family properties for investment.

· Understanding the long-term financial commitment of home ownership is crucial.

Sound Bites

"You don't want to be house poor."

"Don't buy your last house first."

"You can always finance the closing costs."

Chapters

00:00 Teaser

00:08 Introduction

00:22 Welcome

01:24 Introduction to Different Types of Loans

07:37 Let the Loan Fit Your Financial Situation

14:31 Diving into FHA Loans

18:47 Exploring VA Loans

21:35 Rural Development Loans Explained

25:35 Jumbo Loans and Other Options

30:06 Choosing the Right Loan (& Lender) for You

32:53 Bonus Tip: FHA for Owner/Occupant Investment

34:08 Like | Subscribe | Share

36:33 Disclaimer

Hosts

Ben Harang, REALTOR® La.

License #: 36589

Keller Williams Realty Bayou Partners

Mobile: 985.859.2500

Office: 985.262.4400

[email protected]

benharang.com

Clint C. Galliano, REALTOR®

La. License #: 995704723

Keller Williams Realty Bayou Partners

Mobile: 985.647.4479

Office: 985.262.4400

[email protected]

clintcgallianorealtor.com

Produced by Clint Galliano

Music by Wiggins Studios

Click here to view the episode transcript.
Click here to watch a video of this episode.

Next Episode

Buyers: Find Your Home & Craft an Offer

Summary

In this conversation, Ben Harang and Clint C. Galliano discuss the essential steps in the home buying process, focusing on selecting a home, crafting a competitive offer, understanding market dynamics, maintaining financial stability during the purchase, and the importance of inspections and due diligence. They emphasize the need for buyers to stay focused on their initial requirements, the significance of a well-structured offer, and the various factors that can influence the closing process.

Takeaways

· It's crucial to keep clients focused on their must-haves when selecting a home.

· Emotional decisions can lead to regrettable purchases in real estate.

· Understanding the seller's motivations can help craft a better offer.

· Closing costs can be rolled into the loan, but buyers should be cautious with cash.

· The inspection period is vital for making informed decisions about a property.

· Avoid adding new debt before closing on a home to maintain loan approval.

· Be aware of market dynamics and act quickly on desirable properties.

· A well-timed offer can make a significant difference in acceptance rates.

· Consider the timing of the closing date to avoid complications.

· A larger deposit can make an offer more attractive to sellers.

Sound Bites