Why Buying a Home Is Like Falling in Love
Have you ever fallen in love? The attraction is immediate. You feel those butterflies, you’re light on your feet and all you can imagine is your picture-perfect life together.
You’ve fallen hard….for that perfect home.
You see, buying a home is like falling in love. It’s all emotional highs and lows, butterflies and everything else you feel when you’ve truly fallen for someone. The truth is, all is fair in love in war...and house hunting of course! Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the house hunting journey and reach your own happy ending.
Above all, fall in love with the right home.
The real estate process can be an emotional one so it’s important to keep your priorities in check. Remember to keep your head and heart in sync during your home search. You can find a home that’s right for your heart and your budget - we see it all the time.
Make a list of all your must-haves and stick to your deal breakers. Not into a renovation? Then don’t buy a home that’s a “fixer-upper”. Do you know you won’t keep up with the landscaping? Maybe a home with a big backyard isn’t best for you. Knowing what’s best for you and your family will ensure this is a love that will last.
Remember the one that got away?
You know, that high school sweetheart or summer love that you just can’t let go?
Buyers feel the same way about that home that got away!
You spend months searching for a home only to find that perfect place - and then you lose it. Maybe you wanted to look a bit more? Maybe it didn’t have everything on your list? Either way, it got away.
The truth is, no home is going to have everything you want. Instead, try focusing on the things that you need. And if a home doesn’t have something that you want, consider adding a few upgrades. But always think of the time and money that investment will take.
And if you still lose the home? Don’t get discouraged. Keep on searching and you’ll fall in love all over again.
Do you believe in love at first sight?
We do. In real estate, we experience it all the time!
The same thing can happen to homebuyers - they see a home and fall in love. But don’t let that lead to irrational decisions. How much home can you really afford? Always keep your budget in mind when searching for a home.
A great way to combat this is to get pre-approved for a loan and inform your agent of what you can afford. A good agent will be honest about what you can expect during your home search.
Ready to find a home to really fall in love with? Our team loves guiding both buyers and sellers on the real estate journey. Give us a call at (256) 230-5950 or contact us here.