The Myth of
“Love at First Sight” When Buying a Home
If you are hoping to fall in love at first sight with your dream home, it’s a good idea to change your mindset. A better way to enter home shopping is “look before you leap.”
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he myth of love at first sight when home buying has gotten many people into trouble both financially and emotionally. The negative outcomes can be avoided if you keep some tips in mind before falling head over heels with a home you’ve just stepped into.
you’re “in love” you may end up skipping the proper inspection process. Later on, closer examination for red flags could end up haunting you later. While an inspector might not uncover anything that could signify future problems –it could save you significant costs in the long run.
You may fall in love with the first house you lay eyes on. It may seem to check all the boxes of what you’re looking for in your dream home. But, you’d be wise to compare it to others to be sure it’s truly what you want.
You’ll get a good idea of the resale value of homes in the neighborhood or other neighborhoods you may be considering by checking out other homes. Even if you were to purchase the best home in the area, your home may not appreciate in value as much as other homes around it.
In fact, you’re best to try and view as many homes as possible to ensure you’re making the right decision. While you don’t have to look at every home in a particular area, a good rule of thumb is to compare at least three contenders. One reason to shop around is that you may uncover other features you like in another home even more than the first. You can then compare those features and decide which would be of most benefit to you as a homeowner. And it may even have a lower price tag. If you rush to closing because
The three most important rules of real estate have been said to be location, location, and location. So even though you may love the home – take into consideration where it’s located. The “perfect” house in a bad neighborhood may become a nightmare you have to live with even if you’re in love with the home itself. The most important questions that home buyers should be asking sometimes get missed. While many will inquire about amenities and
