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11/09/2016

What You Should and Shouldn't Do When Looking for a Home

Home-buying is not something to be taken lightly but it also shouldn't be a dreaded process. Learning more about what you should and shouldn't do can make it easier and more pleasant. You need to make sure that you do not go at this unaware and unsure of what you want because there are so many things that you need to look at when looking at a potential home to buy. Today, we want to share just a few of the things you need to do and what you shouldn´t do when looking for a home.

Dos and Don'ts of Home Buying

  • Do make a list of what you really want in a property. When buying a home you really need to get your priorities straight. If your work from home maybe you don't need to look for a house near your job location but you may need to look for a good school district. You may not want a big house with many rooms but maybe a large yard is important. Think hard about your personal needs and wants and prioritize them in a list so you can narrow down your options.
  • Don't get emotionally attached to a property. You may find the most incredible house or you may have fallen in love with the kitchen, the house may be the perfect size for you or you might be head over heals with the room space. Yet, somewhere along the road things may start to get complicated, you might find that the house is not in good legal standing, or that there are other legal problems attached to the property. Really evaluate your options and discuss them thoroughly with the team of professionals you trust. The worst thing you can do is to cling onto a property just because you like the physical appearance. Many buyers make the mistake of falling in love with the building but not realizing that this is a long-term investment and that it should meet both your physical and financial expectations and possibilities.
  • Do get title insurance. Title insurance is absolutely crucial. Your lender will demand that you get title insurance to protect their interest and you shouldn´t hesitate in protecting your own and getting owner´s title insurance. You may find the most beautiful and affordable home but you need to make sure that you can rightfully call it yours by ensuring that the title is in good standing and that you have insurance to protect you against any problematic with the title standing. At Advanced Title Company our committed title insurance experts are always ready to work with you so that you can have one less thing to worry about. Contact them directly at (970) 255-7677 and ask how you can obtain the best title insurance in Colorado today.
  • Don´t be afraid to negotiate. If you find a house you really like and it is just a little above your budget don´t be afraid to negotiate and really get into it. Many home sellers are willing to decrease the price if you are really interested in the property and show you are serious about your offer. Talk to your real estate agent and let them know how important it is that you get the best deal in a certain property that you really liked. Many times it is necessary to keep pushing for a lower price and you would be surprised at how you can get them to take a lower offer. In any case, it doesn´t hurt to try.
  • Do get a home inspection done before you make an offer. Buyers never regret getting a home inspection done but they do regret not doing so. Most houses are very well staged and look great on the exterior but you need to make sure that the structure and interior are in good shape. Wiring, plumbing, electrical units, and all other areas need to be well inspected by a professional that knows what to look for. A home inspection can also make you aware of hard to spot problems that need to be fixed and may be able to give you an estimate of repair costs. This can help you to better negotiate a lower buying price on the property.

Invest Wisely and Protect Your Ownership With Title Insurance in Fruita

You need to make sure that you protect your investment in every way you can. Getting title insurance is the ideal way to protect your money and your house. Let Advanced Title Company cover all your title insurance need, contact them now.