and three places,” says Bieber. “But if not, try to find a comparable house with more reasonable insurance costs.”
8. The Home Is a Bit Too “Unusual”
A home that is “unusual” — meaning the structure, design, and/ or décor is something not necessarily found in other homes — can really appeal to a very specific type of buyer, and even be the deciding factor in the sale, but these highly customized homes are also more difficult to sell down the road. Maybe the home of your dreams contains that “unusual” or “unique” or “eclectic” or even “weird” factor, and you love it. Brian Davis, landlord and real estate investor, cautions buyers to “only buy a heavily customized or unique home if you plan to live there for a long time, and the customization is something you actively like.” Just keep in mind that not everyone has your (or the seller’s) tastes, and heavily customized homes are harder to sell down the road, as they tend to not appeal to the general public and the average home buyer.
9. You’re Not a Fan of the Neighbors/Neighborhood
This has less to do with the property itself, and more to do with what comes with it — the neighbors and the surrounding area. If you’re going to move, you have to consider the area you’ll be in, and the people who are nearby. After all, you’ll be there for quite some time, whether it’s two years, five years, or ten — neighbors and neighborhood matter, and will significantly impact your quality of life.
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