
Fear can be helpful and we either run to or away from it or some, say what’s the use and go back and sit on the couch and complain.
As a real estate professional and Broker/Owner of the brokerage, the fears above have not changed over the past 20 years other than the 17.67% the fear of getting a mortgage, that is the highest I have seen in years.
Buying a home that turns out to have problems: 28.17%
Work with an experienced Realtor, get a home inspection by a qualified registered home inspector, check if there were any insurance claims, work permits, building code violations, and be extra cautious, get the furnace and air checked by HVAC professionals, an electrician if called for. When there were multiple offers, you would highly unlikely be the successful buyer with a home inspection clause, this is why an experienced Realtor should be able to pinpoint visual concerns and even have a mini pre-inspection before making an offer.
Finding a good real estate agent: 9.67%
Good is average, you should go for great, a few questions to ask.
Paying too Much 44.17%
Again, a thorough, great experienced Realtor will have done their research and homework and show you the correct numbers and stats; there it is between you and the seller; unfortunately, in multiple offer instances, there are overzealous Realtors and their clients offering foolish numbers, I say I walk away but then again, I am a numbers guy and make decisions on facts, not emotion.
So there you go; in summary, choosing the right professional is as important as choosing the right home for you, and not every home is for you, nor is the Realtor!