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Questions To Ask When Buying A House

Terry Sanchez Help You In Your Search

“You might already have a list of questions to ask to make sure you’re getting the best deal. ”

What is this property worth in today’s market?

In today’s market where there are so many foreclosure and bank REO sales, figuring out the real value of a property can be difficult. The comparable sales method is the most commonly used (and still the most accurate one) to determine the value of single-family homes, condominiums, and smaller rental buildings (two to four units). We would help you to get the real worth of your property.

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Has There Ever Been a Busted Pipe?

Burst Pipes in the water system is one of the most common plumbing problems both in the home and the public system. Several things can cause Burst Pipes, the main one been freezing conditions. For that reason is very important to know the conditions of the plumbing system if you are going to buy a property.

Why is the owner selling?

There are many reasons why people move, including job relocation, desire to get into a smaller/larger house, life events (marriage, birth of a child, death of a spouse) and retirement. While you may not always get a truthful answer, asking why the seller is moving can be helpful in determining how much room there is for negotiating.

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What issues does the house come with?

Buying a house is serious business. America has lots of old houses. According to HUD’s 2013 American Housing Survey, the average owner-occupied structure is about 37 years old. For reference, that’s higher than the U.S. median age. For that reason and much more the home inspections are one of the key of a sucessful transaction when you buy a house.

How Old is the Roof?

The life expectancies of a roof vary according to the materials with which it has been constructed. Many factors contribute roof lifetime being longer or shorter than the average, therefore, it would vary in a significatn way depending about the conditions that affect a roof.

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What wrong with this house?

It would be an exciting experience buying a house but there is an important question that let you know what are the problems about the property you are buying. Remember, buying a house is an investment for many years, so there are details to take attention.

How much do utilities cost?

To make a real estimate average monthly about your utilities bills is a good decision talk about it with your Real Estate Agent. Also depending on the city where you live, how much you talk by phone, the size of the property and how often you wash your clothes, it determine how much you are going to spend in your utilities bill.

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How much are the property taxes?

The times had changed when we talk about taxes. To be well-advised about property taxes and if the house is force to multiple taxes authorities when you research to buy a home is relevant because you don’t be surprised how much property taxes cost to you. Also remodeling a home would affect to your higher property taxes yearly. So take the decision to choose your right property is important to find out many factors that make a difference to your billing taxes.

Any Infestations of Termites, Carpenter Ants, or Other Pests?

Termites, ants or other pests are capable of damaging some structure of a property.