Features to ignore when house hunting
If you ’ re perusing listings online or visiting a property in person , there are a lot of red flags to watch out for . However , there are also several features that shouldn ’ t affect your decision to make an offer on a home .
Paint colors and wallpaper Painting a home is easy and affordable , even if you need to remove a bit of wallpaper first . In fact , you shouldn ’ t let any of the seller ’ s questionable decor choices distract you from seeing the potential of each room .
Carpets and popcorn ceilings With so many attractive low-cost flooring options , there ’ s no need to be dissuaded by ugly carpets . Similarly , an expert can take out a popcorn ceiling in no time . For the sake of convenience , just be sure to have both removed before you move in .
Privacy and curb appeal Don ’ t be discouraged if you ’ re not wowed when you first see a property . Landscaping the yard and repainting the front door can make a big difference . And you can always add hedges as fencing for more privacy .
Finally , don ’ t judge a home by its age . In many cases , an older property will have higher quality materials — not to mention more charm and character — than a new build .
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