Checklist needed to buy a house
Estee Soto
Last update: 2023-06-11
Estee Soto
Last update: 2023-06-11
It is necessary to make a checklist to be clearer about what you are looking for and what you hope to find, it is a previous step before contacting a real estate agent to help you get the house you want.
expectations and dreams
Objective: Recognize the reasons behind your desire to buy a house
- Why do you want to buy a house?
- Any other reason?
- In your own words, what is the most important thing for you when it comes to having your own home?
- How would you describe the ideal neighborhood for you right now?
your support network
Objective: Check what your expectations are with respect to your friends and family, as well as the specialists (agents, lawyers, etc.) with whom you will probably associate during the purchase process.
The property
Objective: Be clear about what you know and what you suppose you want in a house.
- Which of these houses are similar to the one you are looking for?
- Describe the ideal type of house you would want to buy
- What neighborhoods interest you?
- Are there things that you think are essential?
- Which of these characteristics would you like the house to have?
- Any other preferences?
Finance
Objective: To have an overview of your financial situation.
- What is your current monthly housing-related expense?
- How much more or less would you like to spend once you buy the house?
- What proportion of your monthly income do you plan to spend on your home?
- What is your credit situation?
- Do you have a mortgage pre-approval?
your perspectives
Objective: Let your agent know how you feel, what causes you less anxiety and in which areas you think you need more help.
Estee Soto is a real estate agent with eXp Realty, a certified mentor and eXp Latino ambassador, and the CEO and founder of TagCrush LLC, an all-in-one digital marketing platform for real estate agents. She leads the TAGHOMES team, specializing in luxury properties, new developments, and international buyers across Florida.
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