Things To Consider Before Talking To An Real Estate Agent
Purchasing a home is a huge investment, and one not to be taken
lightly as there is so much to consider. Did you know that it is
also one of the most personal. That's right most people don't
look at it that way but it's true. There is alot of emotion that
goes into the search for your home. Not to mention one of the
largest you will make in your lifetime?
There are few things you will want to consider prior to
contacting a real estate agent:
1. Who are the major decision makers in this matter? If there is
more than just yourself, you will want to determine. Do they
need to be present during the looking process, or do they want
to be, or do they just need to approve the end result.
2.What is the schedule of all the decision makers involved.
Coordination plus timing can greatly reduce the looking process
and the time required to find you your perfect home. This is
also important to your real estate agent. They will ask you when
you are available to look at properties. And set a date(s).
Should your schedule change for any reason even a short period
of time you will want to keep your realtor informed.
3.Price Range? Do you know how much you can afford to spend. If
you haven't already spoke to a Mortgage Broker and are
pre-approved you will want to do this now. They can take your
information over the phone and have an answer for you in 3-5
days as to the amount of a mortgage loan you will qualify for.
4.Area- where do you want to live. Cities to towns right down to
communities. But remember whatever information you give to your
realtor they will take you literally. Once again if you change
your mind let your realtor know immediately.
5. Style-consider the style of house most favourable to you. For
example if you have an elder living in your home that cannot
climb stairs very well or at all. You probably would not
entertain a Two-Storey home.
6. Size and number of bedrooms. People usually base their
decision on how many people will be living in the home,
additions they may have in the future, or people leaving the
home.
7. Parking- this usually is a decision strongly influenced by
the man of the house. Attached or detached, single, double.etc.
For most females it's a no brainer (attached of course)! For men
it would depend if they are a mechanic or woodworker. As females
we would normally say who cares, but the fact of the matter is
they make these decisions based on noise level or possible
stains in the driveway. See they do love us.
These are all things to consider prior to speaking with a real
estate agent. However if you are still unsure as to any of the
listed options above. If you have an agent in mind that you
would prefer to use, I'm sure they would be happy to show you a
few different types of properties so you can make the best
possible decision to suit your lifestyle.
Happy house hunting