Valentine’s Day is approaching and love is in the air! Today we’re going to discuss a topic that is near and dear to many couples’ hearts: buying your first home together. Whether you’re just starting your search or looking to upgrade, purchasing a home is a massive step in any relationship. It can be a huge financial and emotional investment for couples, so it’s important to be prepared. Here are a few things we suggest you consider when buying your first home as a couple:

Be transparent about your finances and set a budget.

Before you start house hunting, sit down with your significant other and determine how much you can afford to spend on a home and future bills that come with homeownership, like mortgage, utility bills, groceries, and property taxes. You don’t want to be 2 months into living together and already be having disagreements about who is paying for what or how your home expenses will be divided. Don’t forget to factor in closing costs, property taxes, and ongoing maintenance expenses for your new home purchase. Get pre-approved with your partner: Knowing how much you can borrow will help you focus your search on homes that are within your budget. You’ll also have an advantage when making an offer if you’re pre-approved for a mortgage.

Discuss your priorities, like wants and needs, in the perfect property.

Are you looking for a large backyard, a convenient location, or a certain school district? Make sure you both understand each other’s must-haves and deal-breakers before you start your search. Not only will this put you in a strong position while looking for places with your realtor, but it will also prevent one partner from being disappointed when they buy something that they don’t feel 

comfortable with at the expense of the other being happy. Communication is key. Buying a home can be stressful, so make sure you and your significant other are open and honest with each other. If one of you feels overwhelmed, take a step back and talk it through while being mindful of each other.

Think about the future.

Buying a home is a long-term investment, so consider what your needs may be in 5, 10, or 20 years. Do you plan on starting a family or welcoming ageing parents into your home? Make sure the home you choose can accommodate your future plans. Make a cohabitation agreement. When buying a home, a cohabitation agreement can outline the terms of the ownership and the responsibilities of each partner with regard to the property. This agreement can cover various aspects such as property rights, expenses, and inheritance in case of separation or death. Having a cohabitation agreement in place can provide peace of mind and help avoid potential disputes in the future. It is a way for both partners to clearly define their rights and obligations regarding the home, which can be particularly important if one partner contributes more financially or has different expectations for the property.

Remember, buying a home is a journey, and it’s so important to enjoy the process. Take your time, do your research, and, most importantly, have fun! When starting your search, find a realtor you vibe with and can trust to promote and protect your best interests while making one of the biggest purchases of your life. Moving in with your significant other is supposed to be rainbows and sunshine, use our tips to keep it that way. Happy house hunting and happy Valentine’s day.

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For sale $599,000
162 WELLINGTON MAIN ST, prince edward county, Ontario

162 Wellington Main St

Prince Edward County, Ontario

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited
For sale $1,349,900
35 SUNRISE Court, belleville, Ontario

35 Sunrise Court

Belleville, Ontario

3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom 1423
RE/MAX Rise Executives
For sale $284,900
634 COUNTY ROAD 28, prince edward county, Ontario

634 County Road 28

Prince Edward County, Ontario

Royal LePage Proalliance Realty
For sale OPEN HOUSE $299,900
#96 -63 WHITES RD, quinte west, Ontario

#96 -63 Whites Rd

Quinte West, Ontario

3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Royal LePage Proalliance Realty
For sale $474,000
22513 LOYALIST PARKWAY, quinte west, Ontario

22513 Loyalist Parkway

Quinte West, Ontario

Main Street Realty Ltd.
For rent $2,200 Monthly
12 VERTIS CRT, belleville, Ontario

12 Vertis Crt

Belleville, Ontario

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Royal Heritage Realty Ltd.
Exit Realty Group
For rent $1,850 Monthly
#3 -80 BRIDGE ST W, belleville, Ontario

#3 -80 Bridge St W

Belleville, Ontario

1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
RE/MAX Quinte Ltd.
For sale $699,000
78 HICKORY GRVE, belleville, Ontario

78 Hickory Grve

Belleville, Ontario

4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom
Royal LePage Proalliance Realty
For sale $369,900
32 MCKENZIE LANE, prince edward county, Ontario

32 Mckenzie Lane

Prince Edward County, Ontario

RE/MAX Rouge River Realty Ltd.
For sale $324,900
18 EVERETT ST, belleville, Ontario

18 Everett St

Belleville, Ontario

3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Royal LePage Proalliance Realty
For sale $399,900
117 ORCHARD DR, belleville, Ontario

117 Orchard Dr

Belleville, Ontario

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Royal LePage Proalliance Realty
For sale $294,900
43 BUTTERNUT LANE, prince edward county, Ontario

43 Butternut Lane

Prince Edward County, Ontario

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom
Keller Williams Energy Real Estate
For rent $7,500 Monthly
902 WALLBRIDGE LOYALIST RD S, belleville, Ontario

902 Wallbridge Loyalist Rd S

Belleville, Ontario

1 Bathroom 3377 sqft
RE/MAX Quinte Ltd.
For sale $679,900
#LOT 25 -85 HILLSIDE MEADOW DR W, quinte west, Ontario

#lot 25 -85 Hillside Meadow Dr W

Quinte West, Ontario

2 Bedroom 3 Bathroom
RE/MAX Quinte John Barry Realty Ltd.
For sale $974,999
6 CARLA CRT, prince edward county, Ontario

6 Carla Crt

Prince Edward County, Ontario

4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom
Keller Williams Energy Real Estate
For sale $564,900
37 SHERWOOD CRES, belleville, Ontario

37 Sherwood Cres

Belleville, Ontario

4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom
Royal LePage Proalliance Realty
For sale OPEN HOUSE $629,900
40 PULLA ST, quinte west, Ontario

40 Pulla St

Quinte West, Ontario

3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom
Exp Realty
For sale $559,900
39 PRINCETON PL, belleville, Ontario

39 Princeton Pl

Belleville, Ontario

4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom
Royal LePage Proalliance Realty
For sale $339,900
19 MEYERS ST, quinte west, Ontario

19 Meyers St

Quinte West, Ontario

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
RE/MAX Quinte Ltd.
For sale OPEN HOUSE $629,900
40 PULLA Street, trenton, Ontario

40 Pulla Street

Trenton, Ontario

3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom 1250
Exp Realty Of Canada Inc
Exp Realty
For sale OPEN HOUSE $1,699,000
355 MASSASSAUGA RD, prince edward county, Ontario

355 Massassauga Rd

Prince Edward County, Ontario

5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom
Ipro Realty Ltd.
For sale $669,900
34 KING GEORGE CRES, quinte west, Ontario

34 King George Cres

Quinte West, Ontario

4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom
Royal LePage Proalliance Realty
For sale $999,000
127 HARBOUR ST, brighton, Ontario

127 Harbour St

Brighton, Ontario

4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom
Exit Realty Group
For lease $12 / ft2
0 HUFF AVE, quinte west, Ontario

0 Huff Ave

Quinte West, Ontario

141200 sqft
Ekort Realty Ltd.