Let the Showings Begin

Let the Showings Begin! Do you have a wish list of wants and needs?

Once you have been pre-approved by a lender (or have proof of funds if you don’t need a loan), it’s time to start house hunting. Home shopping can be both exciting and exhausting, but doing some preparation beforehand will help tremendously.

Buying a home is a long term commitment. The home you buy should be offer the size, features, and amenities you and your family want, yet be affordable. We can set you up on a Keller Williams app, as well as send emails from the RMLS with homes that fit your basic parameters. We will watch for price drops on properties that you like but were more than you wanted to spend. You will receive property history, tax information, and comparable homes in a neighborhood on all houses of interest.

Make a Wish List

Features

Make a list of must-have features to help you narrow your home search. A front porch, a two-car garage, hardwood floors, and an eat-in kitchen can all add to the enjoyment of your home. Just as important is how the house is designed. The number of bedrooms and baths should suit your household members, and the layout should suit your lifestyle. If you like to entertain, you should have plenty of dining space and storage for dishes and cookware. If you frequently work at home, you need a home office or at least a quiet designated workspace. You may want to consider future needs, as well as current ones.

Location

Location is about convenience, and you’ll pay a premium to be closer to work centers, parks, shopping, and transportation. Think about your commute to frequent destinations, including jobs, schools, family, and friends. To get “more house,” you may consider moving further away from the core city centers.

Sometimes people find their dream home on the first day. We’ve found that on average, most people need to view ten properties before finding “the one.” It’s best to see a home a second time, ideally in different lighting to make sure it is the one.

Once we’ve found the home you love, its time to make an offer. We will look at market stats, comps, and other data to get a better picture of the home to know if the asking price is reasonable. We then talk to the listing agent to find out what the seller is looking for so we can craft the perfect offer on your new home.