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Look At Your Home From Both Sides

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Real Estate Agent with First Team Real Estate Inc.

 

Spacious KitchenIf you're thinking about buying a home, you probably have good idea what you want your new Beach Areas home to be like. If you're thinking about selling your home, this post will give you some insight from the buyer's side which will help you make decorating choices that won't cause you more work as you get your home sell-ready.

Everybody wants the “best deal” when looking to buy a home, and that so-called “best deal” looks different in each buyer's eyes. Truth is, though, the best deal is usually on a home that needs some work...the proverbial “fixer-upper,” and here are some tips on what to look for to make the best decision.

Don't be distracted by clutter in the house, as it will look much different cleaned up and with your belongings. Same goes for the outside...fresh landscaping and a fresh coat of paint can make all the difference.

Floor plans are sometimes a forgotten factor. Look at the floor plans, paying special attention to the room layout and what the foot traffic will be like. Considering the cost of changing it, a good floor plan is worth a lot.

The center of any home is typically the kitchen, and one of the most common things buyers will say is that the kitchen is “dated.” The most important factors are countertop space and cabinet space. Is there enough for your needs?

You probably won't find the “perfect” house, short of building your dream home. When making an offer, just consider what you absolutely have to have in place already and what you can improve with some upgrades.

For more help and hints, just call me...your Beach Areas Specialist at 562-244-8021 or visit my webpage.