Did you know that many women are becoming homeowners? That is a great step towards financial empowerment. Hereunder are some tips to consider:
- Make Lists – A list clears your cluttered headspace and committing it to paper helps it lodge in your memory eg
- Must-haves such as balcony, open space kitchen/living room, garden, close to transport, cafes, etc.
- Deal breakers – being overlooked by neighbors, on a busy road, no parking, needs renovation, and so forth.
- Spend some time researching and thinking about areas to buy and the type of property you want and also consider how big it should be.
Scrutinize Property
- Take photos/ videos with your phone ( don’t count on your memory)
- Tape Measure – You don’t want to buy all new appliances or furniture because your new property can’t fit your existing house contents.
- Imagination – you really need to visualize how you will make this property look.
- Don’t be scared to look under the rugs, behind cupboards, check for mold, because sometimes sellers are trying to hide faults with properties.
Make an Offer
Last but not least, if you are serious about buying, go in with a signed contract and a deposit cheque. Having a cheque shows the agent that you are serious because some buyers change their minds.
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