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Home > What to look for when buying a home.

What to look for when buying a home.

December 13, 2016 by jleonardi Leave a Comment

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What you really need to know about buying — from people who house hunt for a living. Looking for a home can be a little overwhelming to the new home buyer and even the seasoned ones. Remember, there is no reason to go it alone. If you are in the market to buy a home, CONTACT US.

Here are a few things real estate pros look for when hunting for a home:

  1. Be Willing to Compromise for Your Priorities
  2. Dig Into the Details
    1. Scope out the sewer line — especially if you’re interested in an older home
    2. Look at the trees. How mature are they? Roots from older trees can invade the sewer line; untrimmed branches can pummel your gutters during storms.
    3. Know what’s not covered by homeowners insurance. Ask how old the appliances are. You might need to budget for something new in a few years. Sellers are only required to fix what the inspector finds is broken; they’re not going to upgrade working appliances for you.
  3. Focus on Lifestyle
  4. Filter Your Choices Through the Lens of Resale
  5. Don’t buy a home that’s not in line with the neighborhoods average price

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