Everyone wants a good deal, especially when you’re dealing with a purchase as significant as a house. But these mistakes might not actually be worth the ‘deal’ you’re getting in the long-run. Avoiding these bargain-hunting mistakes when you’re looking for the right home will help you make the best decision.----more----
Take a look at everything you can expect on this episode:
1:08 – CAN YOU ASSUME THAT A SHORT SALE OR FORECLOSURE MEANS YOU’RE GETTING A GOOD DEAL?
- Are there many available deals in the Triangle?
- Why are foreclosures a good deal?
- Do they always go for asking price?
- What are short sales?
- Are short sales a great deal?
- An important thing to remember when searching these listings
5:28 - WILL YOU HAVE TO MAKE A BIG COMPROMISE
- How you can prepare for the possibility.
- Some things you need to remember about down the road.
- There’s one red flag you always need to pay attention to.
8:19 – COVETING ITEMS THAT DON’T CONVEY
- What’s the best way to negotiate personal items that you want included in the deal?
- How can these items impact your appraisal?
- Can this ever backfire?
- Angie shares a client example of a seller leaving behind items and the buyer was upset with the mess.
12:21 – UNREASONABLE REPAIR REQUESTS
- What’s the best approach if you see a lot of repairs done?
- Mistakes that can hurt your bargaining power
- Focus on these key areas first
13:50 – CAN OR SHOULD YOU WORK WITHOUT AN AGENT?
- What’s best in North Carolina?
- The benefits of having an agent
- Can you get a better deal without an agent?
- Your decision might actually effect the seller.
