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Adam Dimmitt

John is very proactive with answering his phone and very knowledgeable about the market. He works very hard! 100% satisfaction! Thank you John!

Richard

John went above and beyond to help me find my home.  I was blessed to have had him in my corner as I searched for my home.

“John I appreciate your service but above all I appreciate the person you are.  Im glad God’s plan for me had you in it.  Thanks again.”

Edward Heitzman

I was looking for a Realtor to help me build a business in the rental empire. I found John through a mutual friend and have no regrets. I want a realtor to help me through the purchasing process from viewing a listing to closing the deal, John met every one of my expectations and then some. I am most impressed by John’s work ethic, professionalism, and knowledge of the real estate industry. I not only would recommend John to my piers but I already have and will continue to do so. In short, John Vincent is the only choice for me in real estate.

Kelli Martin

John is a wonderful Realtor, we took several years to purchase a home and John was patient and never pushy. John took the time to show us many homes without ever pushing us to make a decision, John never seemed frustrated when the house we viewed was not the one and continued to work hard to find the perfect home. Once we found our home John continued to work with us to ensure our complete satisfaction and walked us through the home buying process step by step. We could have not asked for a better person to help us on this wonderful journey!!

Robert Harper

It was a pleasure working with John as a first time buyer.  He was very clear to explain everything we needed to know.

Robert Smith

John was on the ball with everything I needed answered.  He always met me in a timely manor.  He is very knowledgeable on what he does, answered all questions quickly, did a great job selling my home and got it done quickly.

Balancing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer This Spring

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Though there are more homes for sale now than there were at this time last year, there’s still an undersupply with fewer houses available than in more normal, pre-pandemic years. The Monthly Housing Market Trends Report from realtor.com puts it this way: 

“While the number of homes for sale is increasing, it is still 43.2% lower than it was before the pandemic in 2017 to 2019. This means that there are still fewer homes available to buy on a typical day than there were a few years ago.”

The current housing shortage has an impact on how you search for a home this spring. With limited options on the market, buyers who consider what’s a necessity versus what’s a nice-to-have will be more successful in their home search.

The first step? Get pre-approved for a mortgage. Pre-approval helps you better understand what you can borrow for your home loan, and that plays an important role in how you’ll put your list together. After all, you don’t want to fall in love with a home that’s out of reach. Once you have a good grasp on your budget, the best way to prioritize all the features you want and need in a home is to put together a list.

Here’s a great way to think about them before you begin:

Must-Haves – If a house doesn’t have these features, it won’t work for you and your lifestyle.Nice-To-Haves – These are features you’d love to have but can live without. Nice-to-haves aren’t dealbreakers, but if you find a home that hits all the must-haves and some of the these, it’s a contender.Dream State – This is where you can really think big. Again, these aren’t features you’ll need, but if you find a home in your budget that has all the must-haves, most of the nice-to-haves, and any of these, it’s a clear winner.

Finally, once you’ve created your list and categorized it in a way that works for you, discuss it with your real estate agent. They’ll be able to help you refine the list further, coach you through the best ways to stick to it and find a home in your area that meets your needs.