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6 Myths Of Buying A Home!1) "The Perfect Home Is Out There." Many buyers tend to focus on the one thing that's wrong with a home rather than the nine out of ten things that are right. Buying a home is an exercise in compromise. You won't get everything on your wish list, you will need to decide which item(s) are really deal breakers. 2) "The House Has To Speak To You." Buyers often get caught up in how the home "feels" or "speaks" to them. But remember, real estate agents and stagers are paid to prepare the home so it evokes the most pleasant emotions possible from house hunters. Unless you're buying the furniture that's there, imagine your own belongings there and look at the house with a critical eye. 3) "The Listings Information Is Always Accurate." When it comes to listing sheets and real estate agents, don't take their word for it. Most agents do a great job but are human, so if you're looking for specific square footage, bring a tape measure to measure the outside dimensions. Count the number of closets and electrical outlets in your current home and compare it to homes you are looking at. If the showing sheet says "finished basement" verify that it is truly finished. 4) "You Should Buy As Much House As You Can Get." In real estate's heyday, it was normal to see two people living in a 4,000 square foot, five bedroom home. These days, it doesn't make financial sense. Buy a home based on what you need so you can live comfortable for the long term, not excessively so you can't keep up with it. 5) "If Your Offer Was Accepted Right Away Then The Offer Was Too High." Buyer's remorse is common, especially in an uncertain market. But if you were comfortable with the offer you made before you knew the seller's reaction, then there's no point in second-guessing yourself. In any business deal, it needs to be win-win. Most owner occupied homes can't sell for as low as a foreclosure or short sale. 6) "The Value Of The Home Will Increase." If we learned anything from the housing crisis, it's that homes are not cash cows. Unless you're an experienced investor or home flipper, don't expect that $200,000 home to be worth $250,000 in two years. Buy the home for the long term and for your enjoyment.
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