There are so many things that can trigger a home search whether it’s a new job, growing family, change of scenery or the urge to finally own a place you can call home. No matter the reason, every homeowner has to take their home search one step at a time. And first of all that means getting all of your expectations, hopes, finances and game plan in order. If you don’t, you could add months of toiling, disappointment and heart ache to your home search.
Think realistically about your options, and think about these essential 4 things to get your home search started on the right foot.
Think About Location
The first thing to do is find a city or town to fit your lifestyle. You cannot settle on a town just because you like the outlook, you have to think about the way of living. There are probably as many lifestyles as there are districts in a big city, so make a careful choice. Perhaps the crowded city life is not for you, maybe you would prefer the quiet and friendly suburbs, or maybe the tranquillity and solitude of countryside houses. Pick the one where you can build a good community for yourself and your family.
Think About Specific Location
Even after you have settled on a town or city, you still need to pick further on for the best location in that town for you. Find something near shops, markets, and your children’s school or schools. Unless you want to spend all of your time commuting, proximity to your workplace is essential. Each and every neighborhood has a unique personality – take the time to find one that compliments yours.
Think About Price
After settling on the specific geography of your new home, let’s talk about price. Take the time to literally sit down and do the math – and go to a professional for help if you need to. Find out the highest you can go for a house, and think about everything you can eliminate from the list to make the purchase less damaging to your bank account. There is always a balance between what you want and what you need, so take the time to find it.
For instance, if you can have the moving company get all your furniture to the new house, you can eliminate the need for a furnished house. If you can live without a pool after all, eliminate that particular amenity from your must-have list. If you’re comfortable tackling small repairs, take a look at older homes and skip the newly constructed ones with all the pricey customizations. Whatever it is, find your balance so that the move doesn’t bankrupt you.
Think About Getting A Real Estate Agent
The more prerequisites you have for a house, the greater your need for an agent becomes. Find somebody to do the looking for you because it takes diligence – and a bit of sleuth – to find the perfect place. That’s why First Team agents are so valuable, they have access to our internal company listings before anyone else and of course unparalleled intimate local knowledge. A First Team agent will able to get the best buy, in the fastest way possible because they have the right tools and connections.
If you’re ready to take the first step toward a new home, team up with a First Team agent to make it a good one. You can find an agent online near you or reach out and we’ll do the finding for you.
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This guest post is written by Ella Andrews, an avid blogger by hobby, and copywriter by profession. Informational credit to: manwithvanchiswick.co.uk