Purchasing A New Home

Purchasing A New Home

Purchasing A New Home

What is the single most important purchase that most people will make in their lifetimes? I'm sure most of us will agree that the answer to this question is definitely a house! Then why, if this is such an important, even life changing purchase, do some people spend so little time on finding the perfect house?

There is a magnitude of things to consider when searching for a house let's have a look at a couple of the most important considerations:

Location, location, location! One of the best ways to get an idea of the feel of a neighbourhood if you're considering buying a house in the area is to take a leisurely drive and explore the "vibe" of the community. A lot of houses are on show on Sunday afternoons, so that would be the obvious time to visit a couple of show houses until you find a house that appeals to you. It is however very important to visit the site of your planned purchase at different times of the day and different days of the week. What might appear like a peaceful child friendly neighbourhood on a Sunday afternoon can turn into a madhouse during peak hour traffic and you might be stuck in bumper to bumper traffic just trying to get to your driveway!

Also enquire about the facilities and services in the area. If you have children, the house should ideally have easy access to a variety of schools. In the case of an emergency, how long will it take you to get to the nearest hospital? Are there shopping malls and garages nearby? Keep in mind that you will probably be staying in the house for a number of years, so it is important to plan well into the future.

Once you have an idea of your ideal neighbourhood, it is also essential to familiarize yourself with the asking prices in the area. Do these prices fall into your budget or is it totally out of reach? The easiest way to get an idea of the pricing in an area is to start by searching property listing sites on the internet. You will then be able to see what the average price of a 2 bedroom house with a swimming pool is and how it compares to a 4 bedroom house with staff quarters for example. You can also contact a couple of estate agents in the area and enquire about the average pricing.

While we're on the subject of the internet the net is a very handy tool when searching for a house. Whether you want more information on "home loans South Africa" or "property interest rates", the internet gives immediate access to tons of information!

The added bonus of the internet is that it is possible to browse 10 or more photos of a specific property and not the usual one or two photos in a property trader magazine.

When it comes to applying for home loans South Africa does not have to stand back for any other country! Many home loan providers offer fast and efficient services and can assist you with the complete process.

House hunting should be a fun experience make sure that you do your research properly and enjoy every moment!

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