Below are some common mistakes made by homebuyers. Keep these items
in mind while you look for a home. By realizing what to avoid, you
should have a more successful experience. Transferees should pay
special attention. Typically, transferees move more often than other
homebuyers and purchase mistakes cannot always be overcome by
appreciation over time.
Working with a real estate professional who does not possess
adequate knowledge of the area and relative property values.
Working with a real estate professional who is unable to
identify customer needs, recognize when those needs change and
identify a sensible process for reaching decisions.
Purchasing without considering issues of resale.
Purchasing the largest, most expensive or over-improved home for
the neighborhood.
Purchasing emotionally for such things as personalized decor or
status, ignoring the consequences of buying an overpriced property.
Purchasing new construction in an area that is less than 80
percent developed.
Purchasing in an area inconvenient to employment centers.
Purchasing a home that does not have adequate
features for the price range or has an unpopular floor plan.
Purchasing with the intent of remodeling, extensively
redecorating or reconditioning a poorly maintained property.
Purchasing in an area that is experiencing declining value.