When you go to the first set of homes in your home search, you are pumped and ready to find the home of your dreams. But, before you set foot in the first door, do you know what you are looking for. It is true that many will go about the home search process knowing what they do not want, and discovering what they do want along the way. But knowing what to check for in each house will make comparing the few gems you love and narrowing it down to your one diamond.
- Neighborhood- Ideally you will spend a good amount of time in the neighborhood. Do you desire a golf course community or a quiet neighborhood? Do you want a neighborhood full of kids around the age of your children, or looking for one with fewer children? What amenities are you looking for in your direct access?
- Curb appeal- Brick How is the roof? The current landscaping-what will it require to maintain a positive first impression? Do you want a brick, wood, Tudor style or Victorian era home?
- Floor plan – Do you want the bedrooms to all be on the same floor or all on the same size of the house, or do you want them split. Do you plan on entertaining – is the house set up to accommodate this? Do you need a mother-in-law suite (a guest suite).
- Kitchen – While you can remodel a kitchen, this can cost thousands and tens of thousands of dollars. If you are not realistically prepared for this expense, then make sure that the kitchen design is a good set up for you now. The kitchen is one most time spent rooms.
- Windows and lighting – Know the trade off of having a light and bright home with walls of windows compared to the electricity and utility bills. Notice the electrical outlets. Are there sufficient outlets throughout the most used areas of the home, or will this be an added stress and project.
Janus Real Estate Group * Heather Anderson * 972-765-3773
