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Top 5 Questions to Ask When Buying Waterfront Homes in Lake Zoar

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Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Luxury Homes International

Top 5 Questions to Ask When Buying Waterfront Homes in Lake Zoar

 

Coming up with the right questions to ask when buying Lake Zoar real estate is very important to help you determine if you are making the right choice. Knowing the answers to these questions will enable you to spot possible problems with the property and ensure that you are getting the best deal. Here are some questions to consider before making a purchase offer. 

Be sure to ask these questions before making a purchase offer for a Lake Zoar home for sale.

1. How flexible is the seller on the asking price?

You could lose your shot at the property if the seller gets insulted with a lowball offer. To avoid this scenario, have your agent ask the help of the seller’s agent and find out how flexible the seller is with the price.

 

2. What is the neighborhood’s crime rate?

Before buying a home, be sure to inquire about the safety of the neighborhood and town. Knowing the crime rate in the area will help you make better and informed decisions and give you peace of mind for you and your family’s safety.

 

3. Are there any infestations of termites or other pests?

This information should be disclosed by the previous owner at time of sale. However, even if the past owner has dealt with the infestation it doesn't always mean that the little buggers have been completely eliminated. Check for whatever conditions may have been the cause of the infestation. Asking this question will save you thousands of dollars in the long run.

 

4. Why is the house for sale?

This question gets overlooked most of the time. When searching for Lake Zoar waterfront homes, do not forget to have your agent inquire about the motivation of the seller in putting their home on the market. Knowing the reason for selling will give you additional information that may help you in negotiating and writing an offer.

 

5. Am I satisfied with the house and its location?

As a buyer, you need to know that purchasing a home is both an exciting and stressful experience. Sometimes, the overwhelming feelings can make buyers vulnerable to making poor choices. You have to seriously consider your decision before making this huge investment. Ensure that it is the right home for you and that you are happy with the location because that is one thing you can’t change.

 

Knowing the answers to these questions will help you make a smart and educated decision in selecting the best home for you and your family as well as avoid buyer’s remorse in the future.

 

Visit http://HomesInConnecticutForSale.com today to see the latest real estate listings in the area.

 

If you want to work with a real estate professional who can assist you in buying or selling Candlewood Lake and Lake Lillinonah homes, call me, Deborah Laemmerhirt, at 203-994-4297. I have the knowledge, expertise, and tools to help you close that deal.

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Joyce Marsh
Joyce Marsh Real Estate LLC - Daytona Beach, FL
Joyce Marsh Homes

Deborah, these are all excellent questions for savvy home buyers to ask when searching for a new home.  

Nov 23, 2015 09:09 PM
Katerina Gasset
The Gasset Group & Get It Done For Me Virtual Services - Provo, UT
Amplify Your Real Estate & Life Dreams!

Hi, Deborah! These are great questions homeowners can use as a guide to help them find the home they are looking for. Thanks for sharing this!

Jan 22, 2016 02:36 AM