What is the biggest home buying mistake you see? Glenn Knife River ASK A REALTOR "What are the biggest home buying mistakes we as agents see?" There are a few things that come to mind. First, contact a mortgage lender and he/she will provide you with a "road map" of sorts on the price point and financing options. There is no point in even starting to look at homes without one. Especially in this market, sellers will likely not entertain an offer without an accompanying pre-approval letter. Second, connect with a Realtor that you are comfortable with (ask around for referrals). A Realtor will help guide you through the home buying process which in most cases is the biggest investment decision you'll ever make. A dependable real estate agent wil be friendly and accommodating and help you with strategies during the negotiating process and never pressure you into something you're not comfortable with. Third, when finding your perfect home be conscious of what the homes equity building potential is for future resale down the road. Don't over-pay for something that needs a ton of work and won't allow for that investment to prove profitable. SPONSORED BY Abolphson Real Estate,lnc. Locally Cunead Duluth 722-8736 Cloquet 878-0570 Cheryl Beck adolphsonrealestate.com Julie Antonutti