Internet is 1st Look for a Property!

Did you know most people begin searching for a home by looking on the Internet? What does that mean for you when you're looking for a home? It means we, REALTORS need to be much more cognizant of your wants and needs, making sure you see homes using as many of your 5 senses as possible, as the day you walk through the front door of a home, you are essentially on your 2nd or 3rd look of that particular property. You want to see pictures, videos, virtual tours, utility costs, seller's disclosures, property lines, room measurements, maps and more! But, beware, pictures can lie. Looking inside a home; responding to the home's scents (air fresheners, warm chocolate chip cookies, pets) create both good and bad responses. The nearby highway or quarry may create too much noise. These things you cannot see online. Use a buyer's agent to help you research homes in person after you take a look online. Sometimes their experience touring a home prior to your physical tour of a property can help you make a well-educated property decision. Actually, about 87% of people start looking on the Internet. It's not an age thing. My parents, who are both in their 70's look online.  If you're reading this, you most likely do too! Start your search at www.BethSteele.com. Click on My Home Finder, where you can search for real estate, save favorites, with no commitment, no hassle, and have Lots of Fun!