Top 10 Tips
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- Get pre-approved, your Tyson Properties agent can assist you with this, Sellers see pre-approved buyers as cash transactions, giving the buyer a competitive edge.
- How long has the house been on the market and has there been interest?
- Why are the current owners moving & how long have they lived here?
- Has the house had any major work done recently? Ask for details about repairs done and if there are warranties for the work.
- Are there any defects that the agent or seller knows about? Don’t be shy – test things by checking the walls and floors for any damage or damp, open and close the windows and taps.
- What does the agent realistically feel the home will sell for?
- Is the home on a sole mandate or are there other agents working the property? This is important as buyers often play one agent off against another in an attempt to reduce price.
- Will the home suit you for years to come? The cost of moving and buying is expensive and you don’t want to have to move from your dream two-bedroom home a year later when twins are born ..
- Find out what the suburb’s maximum price and buy in the middle range of the suburb as it will sell more easily because it will appeal to more buyers.
- Visit the street at different times of the day to see how busy the traffic is and any noise concerns.
& One extra Tip ... if you are serious about the house, take a friend or relative with a good eye for property to view with you and take your time looking around. An objective opinion will help you make a decision.
Author: Tyson Properties
