Buying real estate is a matter of the head and the heart. Of course, you need to rationally assess a house's value and estimate a price range that you're comfortable with. But don't neglect the emotional side. If you fall in love with a neighborhood and decide that's where you want to live, chances are you won't be happy with a home that meets all your criteria but is located far away from your dream location. On the other hand, buying simply on the basis of emotion and ignoring logical concerns, could lead to stressful times down the line. So it's a matter of balancing rational and emotional decisions. And your Turnage agent can help you weigh both sides. Start by creating a prioritized list of features you want in your home. Use it as your guide when searching Our Listings. In addition, talk to your real estate professional about where you want to live. Location is a huge part of any move. Turnage Realty professionals are trained to help their clients narrow down their choices by sharing market trends and local information like neighborhood statistics. Now that you know what you want, it's time to see what you can afford. You can start by crunching the numbers yourself using our mortgage calculator and closing cost calculator.

• Neighborhood knowledge: As long-time residents of Jacksonville, Turnage agent/brokers have an in-depth knowledge of its neighborhoods. We are constantly out previewing homes and can identify comparable sales in the area. We have a wealth of information about schools, shopping and more. In many cases, we also have the inside story on homes that are on the market, why prices may have been lowered or raised and what kind of financial considerations may be involved.
• Turnage Company Affiliation: The Turnage Company has a sterling 17-year reputation as design/build experts. This affiliation serves as a valuable resource for buyers who are considering the possibilities of modifications on properties they are interested in.