Bill -

First and foremost get with an agent that you trust and that you can work with. Get preapproved after speaking with several lenders, shop and compare. Figure out how much you can reasonably afford and how much needs to be ratholed for emergencys. Make absolutely certain you understand what's involved in owning a home and that it's not likely to make you instantly rich. After you are ready, figure out where you want to be. Oh yeah....fire every yes man/woman you come across. Owning a home isn't for everyone.

As for Eagle Shores, values are all over the board; what are you looking at?

Hank Miller, SRA, ABR
Associate Broker & Certified Appraiser
Prudential GA Realty
678-428-8276

Hey Bli. Go here...

http://thebrittainteam.yourkwagent.com/atj/user/YourFirstHom…

I'll send you a copy of "Your First Home" by Gary Keller. It's packed with inspiring stories and the wisdom of thousands of successful first-time home buyers, it's a must-read for anyone aspiring to buy a home.

I specialize in first-time home Buyers. I'd love to sit down with you one on one. I also have a First Time Home Buyers Packet I can email you. Just let me know where to send it.

Julie Brittain
Keller Williams Realty First Atlanta
Accredited Buyers Representative
404-966-3328
jbrittain@kw.com
http://www.TeamBrittain.com

Buying a home is a very serious decision. Almost as serious as your other decision of getting married. It should not be entered lightly. Your first step is to seek counsel from a professional that you trust. Someone you know that will put your interests first and protect you from making a mistake. The only way to do that is to sit down and meet with a professional and qualified realtor. Don't fall into the mistake of using someone out of obligation like a friend or relative. Find the best realtor who can represent you in the single most largest financial decision you will probably make. Then the next step would be to sit down with a lender and let them determine how much house you can afford and then only look at homes that fall within your budget. I can recommend a great lender for that if you are interested:

Home Savings of America
ask for Kathy Delbridge http://www.HSOAGA.com
770-293-1730

If I can help in any way, please give me a call. I could serve your needs or recommend someone to help you.

Sincerely,
David Brower, Assistant Manager/Realtor
Crye-Leike Realtors
678-982-9600
david@davidwbrower.com

Hey Bli,

Buying your first home is a big step and it can be scary if you don't have the right person helping you. I specialize in first time home buyers and would love the opportunity to sit down with you and find out exactly what you are looking for. I have a great packet of information and know some great lenders who can answer your questions on financing. Please contact me anytime. My office is very close to downtown Cumming, so I know the area very well. Hope to hear from you soon.

Katy Foltz
Keller Williams Realty Community Partners
kfoltz@kw.com
678 341 7968 http://www.FrontPorchDream.com