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House Hunting Questions
Should I work with many Realtors at the same time?
Because all Realtors have access to MLS and all of the available listings, one Realtor with whom you feel comfortable will save you time, and you won't need to be re-qualified each time you work with a new Realtor.
How long should it take for us to find the right home for us?
Because the Realtor's job is to consider your needs and match them with the best house, you may be surprised to discover that you find your next home the very first day that you look.
What am I supposed to do at the showings?
Make a list of everything that you like and don't like as you go through each home. Then as you travel to the next house, you can review this information with the Realtor.
What specific things should I look for in a home?
Look for features that you really would enjoy. Try to picture in your imaginatio your family and your furniture in the home.
Is it possible for us to find our dream home?
Yes, however, no house is perfect in every way. There will always be something that is not exactly right or in accordance with criteria. A home has a multitude of advantages and features. If you a able to get approximately 90% of those features in a specific house, this may be the one for you.
I'm transferring to a new city. What do I do differently in this case?
As a transferee, you should try to get a feel for the entire area and the neighborhoods. This will help you to find an area where you think you would be the most comfortable, before you begin to look at specific houses.
Can I add extra inclusions into the contract that are not in the listing?
You should consider the possibility that the sellers had personal or financial reasons to exclude these items. However, you may try to negotiate inclusions through your Realtor.
How do I negotiate with the seller to get a contract that's to my advantage?
Your Realtor can negotiate using the fair market value of similar properties tha have been sold. A written CMA will show the sellers that your offer is fair, given these standards.
What kind of pressure should I put on myself when I'm about to sign a purchase offer?
If you should find a house that feels right to you, place pressure on yourself to make an offer. After all, there may be another potential buyer who also finds this house appealing and while you are delaying a decision, the other buyer could conceivably offer a purchase agreement first.
What is "buyer's remorse?"
Buyers usually second-guess themselves as to whether or not they made the correct decision. This normally sets in between the time the contract is signed and is closed. You may want to contact your Realtor if and when you begin to get these feelings and discuss it with him or her.