From: https://twitter.com/devonzuegel/status/1284179700655337473

• You need mortgage pre-approval in order to go into contract, but you are not committed to getting a mortgage from the bank that gives you pre-approval. You can and should shop around for the best mortgage rate after going into contract.

• Negotiating interest rate is more important than negotiating price. Get as many mortgage offers as you can, and bargain them against each other.

• Small banks often offer better mortgage terms than large banks.

• Ask to follow the home inspector around, and ask them questions.

• Read the contracts carefully. No one else will care as much as you.

• Check the HOA / condo finances. Read the board minutes. Make sure they are not psycho.