judgment and lead you to overlook issues with the house that you might notice if you viewed it without emotional involvement. If you become attached immediately, you might make an impulsive decision and miss significant problems.
BE CAREFUL - YOU MIGHT BE UNDER SURVEILLANCE
Always be under the impression that the seller has hidden cameras and listening devices throughout the house. The seller could be monitoring your comments and body language.
VIEW MULTIPLE TIMES LE TIMES
If you have found a likely prospect that interests you, please take a look at it multiple times. You’re more likely to identify potential problems if you view them several times at different times of the day. You’ll also glean knowledge of the neighborhood at various times. Is a street that’s not busy in the late morning a commuter route in the early morning and mid-afternoon? This way, you’ll know what traffic is like in the area and the noise levels at different times.
CONSIDER THE OVERALL CONTEXT
When viewing, don’t just consider a property on its own; view it in the context of its location. What’s the area like? Is the property adjacent to a train track or a noisy intersection? Is there a pub or restaurant close by that gets noisy at night? How close are you to what you might need, such as schools, public transit, grocery stores, or hospitals? These are essential questions to consider when viewing properties, as they can add or subtract from the overall enjoyment of your home.
LET YOUR AGENT DO THE J O THE JOB
Don’t go viewing on your own. There’s a security factor in
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