it thoroughly.
WHAT COMES WITH THE P MES WITH THE PROPERTY
Confirm what comes with home—e.g., whether the shades or fixtures are included or if the owners will remove them. Are appliances, such as washer/dryer, included in the sale? Your agent will make sure to get confirmation in writing if you decide that you would like to buy the property.
DON'T BE FOOLED BY S LED BY STAGING
Sellers use clever tricks to make a home more appealing. They can strategically light a room to draw attention from a problem or apply fresh coats of paint to cover water damage. While you’re viewing the house, look beyond the immediate aesthetics of the interior décor. Focus your attention on what you’ll get when the furniture and interior décor are stripped away. Again, keep in mind that that you will have inspections and the seller will provide disclosures.
KEEP EMOTIONS AT BAY
When viewing a home initially, try not to get attached immediately. Keep emotions out of considerations and only consider the potential property as a property you need to inspect and assess for others. Rapid emotional attachment may cloud your decision-making, or allow you to overlook failings in the house you might see differently without an emotional lens.
VIEW MORE THAN ONE TIME
If you have found a likely prospect that strongly interests you, view it multiple times. You’re more likely to identify potential problems if you view it several times at different times of the day. You’ll also glean knowledge of the neighborhood at various
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