Your dream home should be a house that fits within the budget and needs of your lifestyle, whether single, couple or family. A home that meets those requirements is a perfect home indeed and one well worth shopping around for. Think It Through
When planning that new home purchase the first thing on your list should be to execute a well-thought out assessment of what your budget allowance and lifestyle needs will be. Buying more house than you can afford or one that fails to suit your needs are two of the most detrimental moves home buyers often make. Consider this stage to be the foundational keys to picking that perfect home; one that will provide you and your family with years of joy and comfort.
One simple way of starting this process is to make a wish list. Divide the list into two columns with one titled “Must Have’s” and the other titled “Would Like to Have’s. Obviously, you are shooting for both but the must-haves should take precedence. Space, amount of bedrooms and bathrooms, fireplaces, fenced in yards, urban or rural are just a few examples of things that may find their way onto that list. When developing the wish list don’t only consider the present needs, but future needs, as well. You don’t want to outgrow the house before your time.
Floor Plans
The layout of your home is probably one of the most significant choices you will ever make concerning your home. The placement of the rooms and how they flow will largely depend on your lifestyle. Take into thought your family’s size and ages when determining floor plan options. One way to do this is to consider your current floor plan and what you would do to change it. Other criteria for selecting a floor plan are accessibility, indoor and outdoor entertainment styles and garage space. View True Homes’ Designer Floor Plans
Neighborhood
Everyone knows in real estate that location counts. Not only in regards to city, but also neighborhood. Several factors play into choosing a great neighborhood such as daily lifestyle, schools, amenities and preference of an urban, suburban or rural community. It’s a good idea to thoroughly research any neighborhood you are considering moving into. Crime statistics and demographics are two key sources of information that will lend great insight into the type of neighborhood you will be investing in.
Shop Around
Like most of us, it’s tempting to jump at the first house we come across that seems to be everything we ever wanted. However, impulse buying without shopping around is highly discouraged, especially when dealing with such a big ticket item as a home. Experts warn of hasty moves and suggest viewing not just two or three houses, but several homes that may qualify as your perfect home. Being a buyer’s market with inventory as plentiful as it is, there most likely will be many homes that suit your needs and desires. Also, when you shop around you can rest assured that you did due diligence in looking into every possibility out there. That way, when you finally do decide on a house to buy, you will be confident you made the right choice.
Home Inspection
There is nothing like buying your perfect home only to find out it’s not so perfect after all. Looks can be deceiving and a good home inspection will prevent you from purchasing that beautiful ranch home that has major problems your eyes cannot see.
Home inspections will check the safety of your home, as well as structural, construction and electrical issues. Make sure your purchase contract has a clause that states the sale of the home is contingent upon your approval and always be present during the inspection. It’s also a good idea to select your own home inspection service and not use the one offered by the seller or the seller’s agent.
Picking the perfect home does not have to be a tedious process, but it does require due diligence. Those who are willing to take the time and put in the effort to cover all of their bases will end up with the perfect home, indeed.
True Homes is the largest home builder in Charlotte, North Carolina, with a new market in Charleston, South Carolina. For more information on building your True dream home, visit www.truehomesusa.com or contact us at 704.271.1191.
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