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Top Things To Look For When House Hunting
Whilst the number of reception rooms, the condition of the kitchen and bathroom, and size of the garden are important, there are other things to consider before making an offer.
Location - You can change most things once you’ve bought but one thing you can’t change is where your home is located. Always consider any potential home's proximity to your work, shops, schools, and public transport. It’s also wise to view the property at different times of the day to consider the noise from surrounding roads and how it might affect parking.
Situation - Does the property have a lot of stairs? Do the neighbours' windows look directly into the home? Is the garden suitable for children, pets or gardening? Is access to the property shared?
Match your lifestyle - Do you live a busy life? If so, you may not want a formal Victorian or Tudor style home that is difficult to maintain. Will the property be practical in view of your needs? While a large home will give you the extra space you've always wanted, you will pay higher heating bills and have higher taxes. It’ll also need more furniture and money to decorate. So, before you buy, think about how you’ll use the space and whether it’ll fit your lifestyle now and in the future.
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Article date: 9/29/2011 12:00:00 AM