Home Buyers Guide from Tammy Mitchell Hines & Co. Workbook for Home Buyers | 页面 31

Frequently asked questions & answers buyers want to know concerning the process of buying a home! When I start visiting homes, what should I be looking for the first time through? The home you ultimately choose to call home will play a major role in your family’s life. A home can be an excellent investment, of course; but more importantly, it should fit the way you really live with spaces and features that appeal to everyone in the family. At each home, consider these important factors:  Is there enough room for you now and in the near future?  Is the home’s floor plan right for your family?  Is there enough storage space?  Will you have to replace the appliances?  Is the yard the size that you want?  Are there enough bathrooms? Is an older home as good a value as a new home? It’s a matter of personal preference. Both new and older homes offer distinct advantages, depending upon your unique taste and lifestyle. New homes generally have more space in the rooms where today’s families do their living, like a family room or activity area. They’re usually easier to maintain, too. However, many homes built years ago offer more total space for the money, as well as larger yards. Taxes on some older homes may also be lower. Some people are charmed by the elegance of an older home but shy away because they’re concerned about potential maintenance costs. Do I need to bring anything along when I’m looking at homes? Bring your own notebook and pen for note-taking and a flashlight for seeing enclosed areas. Be prepared to "snoop around" a little. After all, you want to know as much as possible about the home you buy. Sellers understand that because their home is on the market, it will be looked over pretty thoroughly. Don’t forget to bring along this Homebuyer’s Book as a reference guide when you are looking at homes. If you need to go back to a home for another look, Tammy Mitchell Hines & Co Team will be happy to schedule an appointment. Be sure to ask any questions you have about the home, even if you feel you’re being nosy. You have a right to know. It’s important to know that the seller will supply the buyer with a Residential Property Disclosure, which will disclose any defects known by the seller.  Will your present furniture work in this home? Q&A Continued on next page www.CallTammy.com * 618-281-3959 * [email protected]