Statistics show that most buyers today shop for their new home on the Internet. It’s a great way to quickly see a great number of houses in your price range. However, there are some very good reasons to head out on a Sunday afternoon and visit realtor Open Houses.
The main reason to visit an Open House is that there’s just nothing like seeing a home “in person”. The Internet is great for getting an idea of what a property is like but many homes photograph differently from reality—either better or worse! Actually driving into a neighborhood will give you much better information than just “map-questing” the address. Pulling into the driveway, checking out the yard, and walking up to the house will tell you a lot about whether or not you could live there. Photos on the Internet can be misleading; virtual tours are wonderful but can alter the size of the place. And the Internet may not show how close the neighbor—or the freeway—really is.
Another reason to visit an Open House is to meet the realtor. Buying a home can be challenging, especially in the current market. Going to an Open House allows you to meet agents and to find one with whom you are comfortable. How your questions are answered will help you determine if this person has the skill that you need to buy this or another home.
Sellers also can benefit from visiting Open Houses. If your home is on the market, going to Open Houses helps you size up your competition. If you’re a seller, just let the realtor know that you’re already working with an agent. You can see exactly what you’re up against and maybe get some ideas to help make your property more marketable.
Home buyers today have lots of options; it’s still a buyer’s market. Shopping the Internet helps you “weed out” homes that don’t interest you. But as you search, make sure to check when homes you like are having an Open House. You may be able to see the home of your dreams in person—and the seller’s realtor will be delighted to help you make that home your own!
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