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    Buying a New Home? Know Before You Close

    Posted by Ron Wadley on Apr 14, 2017 1:33:03 PM
    Ron Wadley

    It's That Time of Year

    Many homebuyers, realtors and lenders consider Springtime the preferred home buying season to close on a new home. Soon, many Texans will ask, “How much can I afford” before securing lender financing, a qualified realtor and eventually, their next home. This exciting process of finding a great home in a great location can prompt anyone to act quickly. Being able to afford the home that you want is worth the time spent house hunting. However, there are many things to know before you close. 

    Another Question Worth Asking

    Insurance brokers also consider Springtime a busy time for insuring new homebuyers. Asking "How much can I afford?" is a great question. However, many people make it to their closing date without asking another critical question. Each homebuyer should at least ask, “What will my new home cost to insure?” There are many factors that combine to determine the cost of insuring a home. You don't want to surprise yourself with increased premiums or elevated debt-to-income ratio before closing. Involve your insurance broker as soon as possible in the process of purchasing your new home.

    I4T  Can Help You Close Well

    At Insurance For Texans, we’re prepared to talk foundation to roof type. Because we've dealt with many issues regarding a wide array of homes, we're prepared to analyze the insurability of the potential new home you are considering. Whether you have questions about a detached garage, in-ground swimming pool, second story or anything else, we can help you with the possible impact related to your policy. Before you secure your new home, let us assist you by helping you feel secure about paying for it.

    Knowledge is key. An informed homebuyer is a successful homebuyer. We want to help you close on that house. Contact us today!

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    Ron Wadley
    About the Author

    Ron Wadley

    Ron is the principal agent at Insurance For Texans and has more than 20 years in the insurance business. This experience allows him to find creative solutions to your insurance problems. "Uncle Ron" started Insurance For Texans, an independent insurance agency located in Dallas-Fort Worth, in 2017 after seeing a need to provide many different kinds of solutions to the everyday problems that folks have. After having an agency that could only offer a single solution for insurance for a few years, he came to the conclusion that it was time to make a change for the betterment of all Texans. And Insurance For Texans was born out of a vision to put the customer first ahead of a big insurance company.