Buying a home can be a complicated, overwhelming process. Today, I have 10 tips to help you find the perfect home.
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Today I’m here with 10 tips for buyers to help you find the perfect home.
1. Go for the long haul. Think of somewhere you want to live for at least five to seven years. You will have to do some investigation about what’s going on in the community, and trust me, you will be glad you did.
2. Leave room for growth. You never know if you will have a child or if a family member may need to move in with you for a while. Even if you get a pet, having extra space is a good idea.
3. Be flexible. Look at homes that have rooms that can be converted for other purposes as you live there. That way, you won’t have to move as often.
4. Go for what fits you. You may need a condo, house, or duplex. Go for what fits you. This decision isn’t always based on the price or your budget, so get your Realtor involved in order to pick the right home for you.
5. Check your surroundings. The best thing you can do is go to the local grocery store to get an idea of what the community is like.
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6. Buy what you can afford. Don’t buy a home thinking that you may be able to afford it in the future. Doing so will only put you in a tough situation down the road. A good loan officer can help you with this step.
7. Think about your home first. Imagine what your life will be like in this house rather than focusing solely on the property’s resale value. You may be living there a long time.
8. Look at old and new homes. Both old and new homes have different pros and cons and different costs associated with each.
9. Location, location, location. As you think through some of these tips, you should always keep location in mind.
10. Think about what will happen when it is time to sell. It doesn’t always make sense to buy the white elephant because when it comes time to resell the home, you will be limiting the pool of potential buyers. Although you should think of the house as your home first, you shouldn’t completely forget about resale value.
If you have any questions about the home buying process or about real estate in general, give me a call or send me an email. I would be happy to help you!
