TIP #1 KNOW WHAT YOUR SHOPPING FOR BEFORE YOU STARTBefore you begin shopping, understand that there are two basic homes out there vying for your interest, the one that meets your needs vs. the one that fulfills your desires. In a perfect world you would find a home that satisfies both, but since this is not a perfect world, you are going to find yourself confronted with choices.
Do you choose the three bedroom home with room for your family to grow, or the one with the big back yard and deck that is perfect for entertaining? Is having a big kitchen more important to you than a few extra rooms?
When you start shoppong, you are going to find homes you fall in love with for different reasons. That is why you should list the features you want before you start shopping. Break you list into two categories, "needs" and "desires", and prioritize the items you come up with.
Understanding what you really need as opposed to what you would like to have will help you keep your priories straight as you shop around. I have seen people fall in love with a home for the wrong reasons and the regret their purchase when the home fails to meet their needs.
Don't let emotion cloud your judgement. Satisfy your needs first. If you find a home that meets your needs and fulfills some of your desires, so much the better. The important thing is to know the difference before you get caught up in the exitement of the hunt.
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Bryan VogtStrano & Associates, Realtors® - GMAC Real Estate
(618) 355-5824
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Bryan Vogt @ 4:11 PM
