One of those ultimate dreams we have for our family, buying a house also serve as one of the most important decisions we make as mothers, or parents in general. However, just like any other dream, buying a home is an overwhelming process and the road to get there can be quite daunting and challenging. Considering the serious financial and emotional implications that go with the whole process, finding the right home is not always an easy task.
As this is going to be a major and significant purchase with your family, purchasing a home should require tons of research, effort, and time. That’s why I’m sharing with you these useful tips to consider before proceeding with your purchase.
Specify your needs
You need to get clear on the type of lifestyle you want to be living so you can be sure to buy the right home that suits all your needs. Do you need or want a grand home? You just want a home without breaking your bank like houses with cheap garage doors Adelaide.
Luckily, here in the Philippines, numerous residential options are available in the market for every type of family and lifestyle preference. There are varieties of houses and condominium available out there, and choosing which type is perhaps the first big decision to make. You have to decide if you want a simple house with a yard, a condominium with amenities right across the street, or a subdivision somewhere away from the city. It’s important to list down all your needs, the number of bedrooms you prefer, your garage space, your kitchen size, and so on. A useful tip is to list them down according to their importance.
Decide on your Budget
The next step you need to do is to delve into your finances and check the most acceptable budget you can allocate for your home. This step usually takes a lot of time since this basically will be a huge deciding factor in choosing which home to buy. Determine a price range you can afford and how much available cash can be used for downpayments or reservation fees.
Conduct Thorough Research
Once you have decided on your budget and finalized your list of needs, then you are now ready to research the market and check what’s available out there. You’ll be amazed that there’s a myriad of choices in the country. In fact, the Philippine real estate is currently booming, making 2019 the best year to buy a home. Developers have built several types of residential properties that cater to every type of homeowner. And the good news is that these developers are all coming together in a huge Housing Fair created to assist you in finding the perfect home for your family in the best available prices!
The Lamudi Housing Fair brings together the country’s top developers and real estate professionals to showcase their projects to property buyers. This year, the first installment will happen at TriNoma from April 6 to 7, 2019.
This would be a great avenue for you to check on what’s currently available in the market, plus it comes with a free home buying seminar so you could learn the process of home buying especially if it’s your first time.
As a final thought, in buying a home, always remember to be realistic and flexible. Don’t go over the budget range you’ve set and consider the preferences you need the most. Happy house hunting!
