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Asheville Real Estate: 10 Steps to Buying Your Home....
Step 4 - Home Search
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At
this point you will have a good idea of what you can afford and what type of
neighborhood you will want to live in. Taking that information into
consideration you are ready to embark on your actual home search. If you
don't know much about the city that you are moving to you will most likely
want to start your search by finding neighborhoods that meet your criteria
and then narrowing your search to particular homes in the area.
There are a few ways to go about doing this. You can access local publications highlighting available real estate in the area, you can contact local Neighborhood Associations, visit the local Chamber of Commerce, look on the Internet, and you can even drive through neighborhoods that you feel would meet your needs. Driving around a particular area looking for a home that is for sale is good because you can actually see the house, but it can be very time consuming and very "hit or miss." Again, with the right amount of information given to me I can help you narrow your search to those properties that you're really interested in. Also, please use my Property Search engines on this website to aid your efforts further. I can save you time and money by keeping up-to-date on available properties that possibly meet your criteria and will screen these properties for you. You can eliminate the haphazard searching through papers and the Internet and let the listings come to you through my AUTOMATED HOME SCANNER. Then, when you find one that you like, I can arrange for you to walk through the property when it is convenient for you. Again, let me:
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Should you purchase a New Home or one for Resale.. and which comes First?
Which comes first - the purchase or the sale - is the greatest dilemma facing
homeowners planning a move-up.
If you choose to buy first, make sure the offer to purchase is conditional on
selling your current house. That way, if you sell your house, both deals
proceed; if not, the deal is off, and you won't be stuck with two homes.
Selling first, though, will give you considerable peace of mind. Knowing how
much money you'll get on the sale will help you establish a price range for a
new home. And selling first allows you to negotiate the purchase more
vigorously, too, since unconditional offers carry a lot more weight with
sellers.
Market conditions are another important consideration in deciding which route to
follow. In a seller's market, you'll probably do better selling after you've
bought. But in a buyer's market, it makes more sense to sell first, and then
buy.
New Homes:
Newly-built homes have enormous appeal. Buyers are captivated by the enchanting thoughts of a home that's bright, fresh, clean, modern and, of course, new. Buyers can customize it to taste - interior colors, decor and finishing's. Often you can choose from a variety of models and styles, instead of having to simply buy "what's there".
Unlike resale homes, many brand new homes have a warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, and leaky basements. And a new survey is always available. Buyers can get good value buying from a builder - by including extras, options and upgrades in the price, plus deep discount mortgage financing.
But before you purchase a brand new home, be sold on the builder; investigate its reputation, its background, and the quality of its work. Check with the Ottawa New Home Builders Association or Ontario New Home Warranty Program for information. And don't be afraid to bang on doors and ask other buyers what they think of the builder.
Resale Homes:
While many buyers shy away from used cars,
that's not the case with "used" or resale homes. As a resale home exists, you
don't have to visualize what it will look like - you see what you get, and get
what you see.
Also, resale homes are usually sold in more established communities and
neighborhoods. That means recreational facilities, transportation links, support
services, schools and shopping centers are already in place.
Many people believe that they get better value buying a resale home, since
appliances, light fixtures, floor and window coverings can be negotiated in the
deal. Improvements like fences, paved driveways and landscaping automatically go
with the house, too. The survey needed by both you and the lender often is available from the seller,
but make sure it's up-to-date. And you can reduce the risk of being saddled with
hidden defects by having a home inspector examine a resale home before the offer
becomes firm. For buyers on a tight budget, a resale home in move-in condition is always an
appealing choice!
Remember: Buying and selling a luxury home or finding that special piece of Asheville Real
Estate with Kathleen Blanchette,
a fully licensed Keller-Williams Asheville Real Estate Broker and Realtor, is a comprehensive and thoroughly professional
experience in buying and selling Asheville Real Estate throughout the Blueridge
and Smokey Mountains, where efficiency, personal regard and concierge services are
guaranteed every step of the way. Keeping the Tradition of Integrity...,
and a Reputation for Results!
Whether its a North Carolina luxury homes on your own Private Mountain Estate
in one of our uniquely designed plush Golfing Communities, Exclusive Gated Communities,
Active Adult Communities, surrounding Lake Communities, or a great Condominium,
Loft or Townhome, all of Greater Asheville and Hendersonville Luxury Homes are within reach with Kathleen Blanchette. Feel Free to browse the entire website of all available Greater Asheville Real Estate
MLS and Western North Carolina MLS,
for all Asheville Real Estate Properties, Land Acreage, Horse farms, Investment
Properties, Commercial Real Estate, New Home Plans, as well as handy relocation
and moving calculators, tips for buying and selling a house,
city and school reports, and more. Just call us when you're ready to move
ahead!
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