Mistake #7
RUSHING INTO IT
Buying real estate is a fun and exciting process. It is filled with hope and excitement for the future and let's face it....it is still what the American Dream is all about. That said, the market can move pretty fast. That does not mean you have to make decisions before you are comfortable, though.
Buying a house is a major investment. For most people, wealth and quailty of life depend greatly on the performance of their real estate investments. That means this is not something you want to rush into. Take time to make sure you are making the right decision for you and your family. Look deeper. Look at the details of a home. Examine the appliances. Consider the view. Experience the property by yourself, with no real estate agents or sellers present. Come back at different times of the day. You need to know what you are getting yourself into before you make a decision.
Also, make sure you hire a professional home inspector and study the results carefully. This will often influence the offer you are willing to make.
There is a fine line between letting a good opportunity pass you by and taking the requsite time to make sure this is the right property for you. That is a decision you have to make, and one you definately don't want to regret. Make sure you are comfortable with your decision and then move boldly ahead. Do not let a houses's positive attributes blind you to very real problems. If you do, the chances are good that you will end up spending much more money than you ever expected down the line.
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Bryan VogtStrano & Associates, Realtors® - GMAC Real Estate(618) 355-5824---
O'Fallon IL Real Estate, Condos, Homes for SaleSwansea IL Real Estate, Condos, Homes for SaleBellville IL Real Estate, Condos, Homes for SaleScott AFB PCS Relocation---
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Bryan Vogt @ 1:46 PM