FLAWS YOU SHOULD EXCUSE WHEN BUYING A HOME The home search process can be long and strenuous. The last thing you want to do is disqualify a potential dream home just because of something that can easily be f ixed. Below we have highlighted common home flaws that you should overlook.
BAD PAINT OR OLD KITCHEN CABINETS So the previous owner had very eclectic taste. Don’t let this steer you away because this is one of the cheapest and easiest flaws to f ix. Hire a professional painter or do it yourself; you’ll be surprised what a difference a great paint job can make. Outdated wallpaper can always be removed and cabinet refacing doesn’t have to be costly. Once you get all of this done, it can make a huge difference to the space.
BROKEN A/C This is one of the quickest ways to set a bad f irst impression when you step into the home. I mean sure, you want a f inished product, but if everything else in the home is everything that you’re looking for, maybe it is time to try and negotiate with the seller to get it f ixed before move-in day. Realistically, air conditioners act up sometimes, so don’t see this as a deal breaker.
DISCOLORED BATHROOM GROUT From f irst glance, this can look like mold. Mold can cause serious problems later on, but grout is easy to f ix. You always want to get a home inspection done regardless, but when you are unsure about something like this, a home inspector is vital for helping you determine if it is grout and luckily, it can be cleaned and scrubbed away.
BAD LANDSCAPING The outside looks bad, the plants are dead, and the walkway isn’t too appealing. Much like broken A/C, this can set a bad f irst impression in the f irst 5 seconds of arriving at the showing. This in the end can cost a pretty penny, or it could be a (relatively) inexpensive DIY project, but if everything in the home is what you’re looking for, don’t allow landscaping to be the only reason you say no. Your real estate agent may even be able to refer someone to you to hash out some ideas or maybe even do it for a discounted rate. Home searching becomes easier when you learn to overlook things that can be f ixed and personalized. Assuming everything else meets your needs, you don’t want to regret not getting a home after the fact, so get out there and f ind your dream home! -Adriana Nelson
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