Regardless, buying a house is not a simple process which is why you need a good Real Estate agent that listens carefully and can provide suggestions and advice. Example: I once had a client describe their wants and must haves, after listening to them I suggested we visit a home that was in a community not on the list. Even though initially I was met with resistance, after they saw the home, they loved it and realized this was perfect. They expressed their gratitude for suggesting we look outside the box. I've learned from doing this that I can get a vision because I've been in 10 homes a week for many years so I know what could work for buyers. Work the costs as well as your budget. Choose a general location. Have your pre-approval well ahead of home shopping, so that your offers aren’t tied up in getting mortgage approval. Having the image of your dream home is reality married with imagination. In fact, you may find that some aspects of the house you intend to buy are different. It’s not the same as what your dreams told you. Different people have different requirements. It depends on your thought processes, as well as personality. We understand important things and potential compromises differently. Must Haves are basic requirements that just can’t be ignored or compromised. Wants, on the other hand, can be left behind if the situation demands it. You need to make a clear distinction between what your must haves are and which items you would classify as wants. No matter how many wants you have unfulfilled now, they can be added on later or maybe just build more equity and move up down the road. Just remember a finished basement, new flooring, or paint colors can always be changed.
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