Viewing your Dream Homes, The Home Shopping Process

by Suenori | May 12, 2023 | Uncategorized

As your real estate agent, my most important job is to make the home shopping process pleasant, stress-free and rewarding for you. I do this in a number of ways.

I regularly recommend properties for viewing that closely match your needs and wants, and are within your price range. That spares you the frustration of visiting different homes in Simcoe, Muskoka & Kawartha Lakes towns that aren’t suitable for you. Our MLS search engine ensures that your search will be focused, efficient and effective. I make sure you don’t miss opportunities. When a desirable property suddenly comes on the market, you’re alerted.

I then help you schedule viewings that fit your schedule, so there’s little if any inconvenience for you. Before you view a property, I provide you with in-depth details on the home, so you can make an informed decision. This includes neighbourhood stats, market value, and much more. Later, if you have questions, I get the answers for you.

We provide the scoop on the neighbourhood, so you get a clear sense of what an area is like in terms of lifestyle, safety, schools, etc. You can count on me to steer you away from undesirable areas and point out only those I suspect you’d like.

When you find a property you like, I give you my honest & professional recommendation as to how well the home meets your needs and wants.

What to Look for when Viewing a Property

Here are a few questions and ideas to consider when viewing homes to help make the process easier and more productive:

  • Does the home have your “needs” features (those features you must have)? (For example; 4 bedrooms, spacious closets, good kitchen size & condition, etc.)
  • Does the home have any of your “wants” features (those features you’d like to have but would be willing to forgo)? (For example; private backyard deck, spacious family room, gas fireplace, a salt water pool etc.)
  • What is the general condition of the home? (Are there signs that the owners have kept up with repairs and maintenance?)
  • Will the home need any major repairs, remodeling or renovations? Is there anything, such as the furnace, that may need to be replaced soon?
  • What do you like most about the home?
  • Is there anything about the home you don’t like? Can that be changed with a remodeling or renovation now or in the future?
  • Take a walk around the neighbourhood. Are the homes well-kept, indicating pride of ownership?
  • Do you like where the home is situated in the neighbourhood? Is it close to good schools? How do those school rate locally and provincially?
  • Does the neighbourhood have what you want? (For example, access to public transit, shopping, local parks, restaurants etc.)

Viewing properties should never be a frustrating ordeal. I am your real estate personal shopper – helping to make the process of finding the quality, stunning home of your dreams, easy and productive for you.

Ready to get started? Call, text or email and let me know more about the kind of home you’re looking for or submit the form below and I’ll get back to you.