Buyer’s Perspective: What to Look For at an Open House... As with any big purchase, buying a home should be carefully planned and well thought out before any paperwork is signed. As a buyer, you should use an open house as an opportunity to ask a REALTOR® questions and imagine how the house you’re walking through could work as a home for you. You want to learn and know as much as you can about the house so you can make an informed decision when it’s time to buy.83590510 Here are four things to bring to an open house: Tape measure Smartphone/Camera Notebook Folder to organize spec sheets and flyers During the Open House When you attend an open house, start by examining the neighborhood. Check the overall condition of the houses around the open house – pay attention to upkeep in the surrounding area. In addition to checking out the area, keep an eye out for any potential maintenance issues on the exterior of the open house including peeling paint, cracks, or missing roof shingles/tiles. Remember that open houses are designed for the home to look great. Keep a critical eye as you enter the house and walk from room to room. Look for telltale signs of damage or poor construction including: Uneven floors Water stains on walls, floors, ceilings (especially in kitchen, baths and basement) Mold Cracks in the wall or ceilings Musty smell Condition of the roof Look out all the windows and check out the view, because changing the view is something you can’t easily fix. Don’t be afraid to open cabinets and drawers. Examine storage areas and closets and consider if the storage is adequate for you and your family. Feel free to turn on the water in the kitchen and bathrooms to make sure everything is running smoothly.
Posted on: Wed, 19 Mar 2014 15:36:31 +0000
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