A year into the coronavirus pandemic, many home buyers are still questioning whether this is the best time to be touring properties and meeting with sellers. While it might not be a good idea to attend open houses or shake hands with your real estate agent, you can certainly continue searching for homes online. Veterans have all kinds of digital tools at their fingertips to help their house-hunting journey! We’ve collected some of the best resources to guide you through the home-buying process during this strange time.
Exploring Neighborhoods Online
Even before the pandemic, many home buyers were using online tools to aid their home search.
How to Pick and Move to the Best Neighborhood for You and Your Family
7 Online Home Search Tools to Help Buyers and Sellers
Why You Need to Research School Districts When Buying a Home
5 Free Online Tools to Check Neighborhood Safety
Alternatives to Home Showings
Once you become a serious buyer, you’ll likely want to tour the home in person. Until then, you can tour homes virtually.
The Complete Guide To Virtual Open Houses
How to Pull Off a Professional Video Call From Home
What’s the Difference Between Virtual Tours, Virtual Showings and Virtual Open Houses?
Purchasing Your New Home
Once you’ve chosen your home, the buying process may look a little different.
Review Current VA Mortgage Rates
The Complete Homebuying Guide for Veterans
Will Remote Notarization Rules Change Because of COVID-19?
What Is a COVID-19 Clause (And Should You Have One in Your Contract?)
Believe it or not, real estate can continue during coronavirus. In fact, the pandemic might just work in your favor! With mortgage rates dropping and fewer buyers searching for properties, you might be able to snag a great deal on your dream home. Take advantage of online tools to stay safe during your house hunt—and remember to wash your hands!
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By Jennifer Scott
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