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Lifestyle, Moving house · October 18, 2022

5 Mistakes Nearly Everyone Makes when House Hunting

Buying a property can be a very stressful experience, but if you can take the time to avoid these mistakes, then you should find that things not only become easier, but also more convenient. You may also find that you end up saving a bit of money as well, which can always work in your favour if you are on a budget. Ready to learn more? Look below.

Not Having an Agreement in Principle

Before you even think about viewing properties, you have to make sure that you have a solid idea of what you would like to borrow. This will help you to firm your budget and it will also give you the chance to find properties that are within your price range. If you have an idea of what you can borrow, then this will help you to be taken more seriously by both estate agents and sellers too, so it is imperative that you keep things like this in mind as it could help you greatly in the future. Of course, mortgage brokers can be invaluable here, so try and make sure that you hire their services if you want to get the best price.

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Only Looking at Superficial Details

Even if you know that a property looks fantastic at first glance, you still have to check for any potential issues that could possibly be expensive to fix later on. Remember to check all of the walls and appliances around the home so you can ensure that everything is working exactly as it should. Check out for any signs of rot or damp around the window frame too. The toilets should flush properly, and the lights should turn on and off without any signs of a flicker.

Not Knowing the Area

If you feel as though you have been able to find your dream home but it is in a location that you don’t feel as though you know too well, then it is imperative that you do your research before you go ahead and put in your offer. You have to remember that although you can change your home, you cannot change the neighbourhood or location unless you move again, so be mindful of this if you can.

Not Negotiating

When you have put in your offer, you should not be afraid of trying to haggle on the price. It is so important that you do because if you don’t, then you may end up paying way more than you have to for your home. If you see that properties have gone for way less in the past, then don’t be afraid to use this to your advantage and haggle a bit. If you can do this, then you will soon find that things work in your favour.

Underestimating Cost

If you are a first-time buyer, then it can be easy for you to focus on saving up for a deposit. When you do this, you may find that you end up forgetting about all of the additional costs that are involved with buying a property. You need to anticipate insurance and surveyor fees because if you don’t, you may end up going into debt.

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