Is the purchase of your first home a goal for 2013? Have you thought about maybe starting out with a fixer upper at a reasonable price? I just read an interesting article about it and you can read part here and then follow the link at the bottom to continue.

"For many people who have been sitting on the fence waiting and wondering if the housing market is rebounding, the signs are showing an improved chance to get into real estate while prices and loan rates are still low.

However, many of the homes on the market need some work and some need a lot of care. How do you know what to look for in a fixer-upper? If you're a first-time home buyer, purchasing a fixer-upper can be a good option because the price will be lower. But fixer-upper homes come with flaws and some can be huge."

To continue reading follow the link below:

http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20130104_fixerupper.htm

The purchase of a home, especially your first one, is always an exciting process no matter what you decide to buy. Just try and enjoy the ride.