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Buyers: Should You Put in an Offer Sight Unseen?
When the market heats up and the competition is crazy, potential buyers are sometimes tempted to make a sight-unseen offer. That means making an offer without viewing the property in person. Sight unseen offers are common in this era of online shopping and advanced technology. And with the global COVID-19 pandemic keeping more Americans physically distant, homebuyers are more willing to put an offer on a home without physically seeing the property.
However, putting in an offer sight unseen can be risky. If you're considering this approach, do your homework and let our real estate agents help on the ground so you can make your offer safely, smartly, and without any hesitation. Here are some tips to keep in mind:
- Know What You Want
Some homebuyers have an ambiguous idea of what they want in a home and tend to rely on that gut reaction when they walk into a home. Unfortunately, for buyers shopping sight unseen, this isn't an option. You need to have a clear picture of what you want in your dream house. This includes things like the number of bathrooms and bedrooms, floorplan, type of windows, and how close you want to be to amenities. Have a list of must-haves and deal-breakers to help guide your search.
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Homebuyers: Everyone Into the Pool?
A pool is a fantastic amenity and a prominent feature that many homebuyers desire. However, like any other special feature of the home, a pool requires proper maintenance and upkeep — which is one reason why some homebuyers would rather not make an offer on such a listing. Our real estate agents are here to help you determine if a pool is right for your next home.
Should You Purchase a Home With a Swimming Pool?
As you search for South Bend homes for sale, is a pool high on your must-have list? Believe it or not, some homebuyers don't even consider if they want or need a pool before they begin their home search. This uncertainty can present added stress when you're on the fence about making an offer on what may be your dream home. Let's look at some of the potential benefits and drawbacks of purchasing a home with a pool.
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Starting a Family? Here's What to Look For in a Home
What a wonderful time of life. You're starting a family and you and your partner are ecstatic, contemplating how things will be for the three of you. Savor these moments, because there are some challenges ahead, as you well can imagine. One of the foremost may be finding a home for the three of you among South Bend homes for sale.
The home you're in may be fine for now, or even when your child is an infant. But things can change quickly. To be sure, even now you may be thinking how your tiny kitchen just won't be big enough for three. So let's get going and see what kind of wisdom we can glean from the recommendations of our REALTORS®, who've been down this track before.
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First-Time Homebuyers: Overcome the Odds with These Tips
Buying a home for the first time can be a challenge. At Cressy & Everett Real Estate, our real estate agents are always there to advise you. That means not only finding you the best South Bend homes for sale, but helping you make the right choices every step of the way.
Buying a home may seem intimidating at first, but there's good news. Many buyers simply jump into the process with both feet. If it throws them a curveball, they often end up having to walk away from the home they want. By spending some time researching – like you're doing right now – you are much more likely to succeed.
Your real estate agent is there to guide you, but in the end, you make all the decisions. So, the more you know about buying a property, the easier it'll be. A little knowledge goes a long way! Here's how to beat the odds as a first-time homebuyer.
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Reasons You Might Consider Home Warranty
Imagine a month after you move into your new house, the refrigerator suddenly breaks down or you wake up to no heat in the middle of winter. It can be inconvenient, stressful, and expensive to repair or replace malfunction appliances and systems. Not exactly what a new homeowner wants to go through. Purchasing a home warranty can protect you against the unexpected.
Did you know February 10 is National Home Warranty Day? Our real estate agents give a breakdown of what home warranties are, what they cover, and why you should consider investing in one.
What is a Home Warranty?
A home warranty is not the same thing as a homeowner's insurance policy, but rather a contract between a home warranty company and a homeowner that pays the cost of repair and replacement of a home's major components. Separately, homeowner's insurance covers major perils such as property crimes, fires, and water damage that could affect the homeowner's personal possessions or the entire structure. If you have a home warranty, you have a service contract to help if there's a need for costly repairs or when you have to replace a covered item in your home.
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