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The Dangers of Love-at-First-Sight Home Buying
I sometimes feel like the rules or protocol in the real estate industry is a lot like the food industry. One minute something is great for you, the next minute it's bad for you and causes cancer. It can be difficult for homebuyers to understand what they should and shouldn't do or simply what will give them the best results. We tell them to buy quickly to get the best price and the best house, then we tell them to wait and make sure. So what are they to believe?
I believe that if you're looking for a long-term relationship with your home, there are some nonnegotiable's to consider and deal breakers. When it comes to a forever home, making a list of absolute must-haves can help you stay on track. These could include location, price, and home size or you can get more specific such as being within a school district, the layout, or how many bedrooms and bathrooms you require.
A lot of times you can fall in love with the house on your first walk-through, and other times you might be drawn back to that first one you looked at a few weeks ago. Think about what's drawing you to a ... more

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