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5 Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a New Home

  • Perla Irish
  • August 10, 2020
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  1. Is Your New Home Future-Proof?
  2. Do You Like the Neighborhood?
  3. What Are Your Must-Have Features?
  4. How Old Is the House?
  5. What Major Repairs Are on the Horizon?
  6. How to Choose a New Home: A 5-Question Guide

Did you know that, in the United States, over 5 million existing homes were sold in 2019? If you’re on the hunt for your dream home, you can rest easy knowing that it’s somewhere out there waiting for you!

With that in mind, knowing how to choose a new home, and what questions to ask yourself before making a purchase, is a good idea.

The good news? We can help you do just that!

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5 Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a New Home

In this article, we’ll give you 5 questions to ask yourself before putting in an offer on a home. We’ll also tell you about a few mistakes to avoid, so you can ensure you get the right home for you and your family.

Now then, let’s get started!


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  1. Is Your New Home Future-Proof?

Before you invest in a new home, you’re going to want to ask yourself if the home you’re considering is future-proof. Is there enough space for any future additions to your family? Would you want to downsize in the near future?

Thinking about what you want from a home in 10 or 15 years is always a good idea, as it helps ensure you’re picking a home that you’ll be happy with for years to come.

  1. Do You Like the Neighborhood?

A home is much more than the structure itself. The surrounding area is just as big of a selling point as the home itself for most buyers, which is why you need to confirm you like your potential new neighborhood.

A few things to consider? Where the newest grocery store is and what the crime rating for your area is.

  1. What Are Your Must-Have Features?

When it comes to buying a new home, everyone is looking for something different. That’s why it’s a good idea to make a list of a handful of features that you consider to be a must-have for your new home.

Maybe you’re interested more in a family space for your kids. Or perhaps a home office is high on your priority list. Writing these ideas down, and sharing them with your real estate agent, is a great way to find more houses that you could potentially want to buy.

  1. How Old Is the House?

There are pros and cons to buying both older and newer houses. With that in mind, it’s a good idea to take a look at how old each house is you’re looking at, as well as decide what age house is right for you.

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  1. What Major Repairs Are on the Horizon?

To piggyback off of that last point, it’s never a bad idea to take a look at what your home could need to be repaired in the next five or ten years. Even things that pass inspection, like a roof, could still likely need to be repaired or replaced in the next few years.

Doing this will allow you to budget and plan for any big repairs you may need to take down the line. It also helps you decide if a certain house is right for you and your family or not.

How to Choose a New Home: A 5-Question Guide

Well, there you have it! That is a guide on how to choose a new home, including a few questions you can ask yourself to help you pick the right place for you and your family.

Remember, you need to plan for you and your family’s future. That way you can make sure your home will still be your dream home in 10 or 15 years.

Looking for more real estate tips and tricks? Check out our blog!

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