At Home In The Poconos

For those thinking about buying, here is quote from Vincent Van Gogh:

"The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm terrible, but they have never found those dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore.”

Artists take risks, too.  They pursue their vision, often without financial security, facing long odds while stewing in their own self-doubt.

How to Spot a Good Buy, Part 3

Don’t forget the old adage:  location, location, location.

 Unless you’re looking for a fixer-upper, the house should be in a condition that is comparable to other homes in the neighborhood.

 Avoid buying the biggest or fanciest home on the block.

 Consider the amount of traffic or noise.  Homes located in a quiet area away from a busy street will command a higher price.

 Beware of improvements that seem easy enough at first glance buy may turn into major headaches and require a lot of money once you’ve moved in. 

Remodeled kitchens and bathrooms, changes to the floor plan, room additions and redesigned landscaping are examples of seemingly minor changes that can easily eat away the money you thought you saved by selecting a so-called “bargain priced” home.

 Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, particularly when it comes to buying a home.  Features that attract one home-buyer may repel another.

     However, the one feature of interest to every home-buyer is price.  Getting the most home for your money is paramount.

          The real problem is figuring out whether that fixer-upper on one street is a better buy than the home in next-to-new condition two blocks away.

3 Big Myths About Home Buying

I hope this will save you some pain, buyers. There are myths about the home shopping experience that must be addressed.

 Since I like it, and so do you,  when the home buying experience is as stress-free as possible, please hear me out on these three big myths about home buying:

For a list of current properties on the market, click HERE! 

Myth #1: That house has been on the market so long I bet we can work the seller down easily.

A message for first time home buyers: Is now the time for you to purchase your first home? 

For many renters, the first step in buying a house is becoming educated about the process.  If you’re like many people considering a home purchase, you’ve spent nights and weekends poring over real estate websites.

So.. What’s the first step to home buying? Determine what you can afford.