What is the single most important rule in looking for a home?
While many important details must be considered in choosing your first home - style, size, price, location - one thing is certain: if you will be moving again in a few years, be sure you buy with selling in mind. Chances are, the items that make your new home a comfortable fit for you will also attract buyers later on. Some special considerations for the first-time homeowner who has resale in mind:
- Watch for growth potential
- Look out for resale value
- Check out location
- Research Area Schools
- Go for the green
- Make room for visitors
- Ponder privacy issues
- Drive the commute before you buy
Look for an established neighborhood that will be enhanced by future growth but not inconvenienced by it.
Seek a prime neighborhood where homes sell well in any market.
Consider availability of all aspects of transportation; even those you may not use.
Check for quality public schools, whether or not you have school-age children.
Look carefully at the lot for trees and greenery to buffer winter winds or summer heat.
See if ample guest parking is available for you and your neighbors.
Consider how much privacy the home and lot provide.
Check morning and afternoon drive time to work, schools, shopping, churches
