It only takes 7 seconds for a first impression and it’s easy to fall in love with a home!
But don’t forget to do your due diligence to ensure you don’t end up with buyer’s remorse.
Read below for a TOP 10 checklist when looking for a home:
1️⃣ Location: Think of work, lifestyle, future developments.
2️⃣ Rooms: Look at number of rooms, size, and layout while keeping your furniture in mind.
3️⃣ Storage: Ensure there is enough space for your stuff.
4️⃣ Parking: Confirm there is enough space for your household needs.
5️⃣ Floors: Look for slants or other signals of major structural issues.
6️⃣ Smell: Sniff out issues like poor ventilation or mould.
7️⃣ Lighting: Evaluate the flow of natural light at different times of day.
8️⃣ Laundry: Determine where in the home are laundry facilities located, or if they are close by.
9️⃣ Staging: Look beyond the staged decor to the things you care most about.