29 December 2016
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

Buying a house from a realtor is an exciting time of life. Whether it is your first home purchase or if it is your fourth or fifth, there is always something exciting about the prospect of a new beginning and a new house. When searching for a house there are certain things that you should do to make sure that you are getting the right house for you. Here are a couple of tips.

1. Make A List Of Priorities and Work Your Way Down

No house is going to have everything that you want. Even if you build, you will have to sacrifice some things, which is why you need to make a list and determine which things are most important to you. Start at the top and prioritize the things that you care most about. Maybe for you it is the kitchen and the main living space because you entertain a lot. Perhaps you really want a fancy master bathroom because your bathroom, shower and tub are your place to relax. Realizing that you won't get everything that you want in a house, but that you can get a couple things will help to whittle down the options. So choose what is most important to you, then be willing to compromise on the lower level things.

2. Vet The Neighborhood

Another important thing is making sure that the neighborhood is the right fit for you. Many people choose the place they want to live first, and then find a house after. This is actually a good technique especially if you have children at home and the schools and neighborhood are very important to you. Before you purchase any house you should talk to the neighbors, go to a block party, visit a local church or school event and see if the community fits your needs.

3. Look For Houses That Are Slightly Under Your Budget So You Have Room For Negotiation

The housing market is competitive right now. If you find a home that you like, there are probably multiple other people who are interested in that home as well. This is why it is best if you can have a little wiggle room for negotiation in your budget. If you are only looking at houses that are on the expensive end, you may not be able to make a competitive offer. That is why it is best to look for houses that are easily in your budget so you can make a competitive offer.

These are three things that you can do to help you get the house you want.