The way real estate is being sold has evolved along with technology over the last 20 years. Home searches now begin online and home buyers are given many visuals to include photos, home tours and documents galore in an attempt to lure them to their next dream home. Add to that, the availability of tax records and it's an easy misconception to think you know what you need to know to tour the home with YOUR agent and write an offer. However, attending the open house hosted by the LISTING AGENT can provide valuable insight into the home, the maintenance it requires and the benefits of living there.
The benefits of attending an open house include:
- Meeting your new neighbors! Often times, neighbors will visit an open house merely to see what the home has to offer in comparison to theirs. It is a great time to ask them questions about the neighborhood from their perspective and gain insight only a resident can provide!
- If you stop by toward the end of the open house, you can see how many families (competition) have stopped by and you can use this information to potentially gauge the interest level in not only this home but in the surrounding community.
- You can ask the listing agent about recent repairs or renovations, where the water heater or HVAC systems are located, or even about the sale history of the home...information not typically presented in the sales listing.
When looking for a home, make open houses a part of the process so you can gleam information beyond the limited information provided on promotional flyers! Increase your knowledge of the home and the surrounding area in an effort to be a more informed buyer! I hope to see you at our next open house!
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