It’s not every day that you buy a new home. Indeed, it often takes months of hunting for the right property to serve the lifestyle your family desires. Once you’ve viewed a property you like, several more months may pass before you finally have the keys in your hand. This, in itself, is an enormous investment of time. But should your choice of property always be about the financial investment too?
Home is where the heart is, but most of us choose our homes by thinking carefully about the financial investment we’re making. The choice we make about the area is often determined by two factors. The first concern is about being safe, especially if we have a young family. The neighborhood should also be ‘up and coming’ to help ensure the value of the home exceeds the price you pay within a short amount of time.
Of course, there are plenty of areas in every state and town that will offer bargains. When you start looking for realty, you might be keen to pick the most desirable, family friendly neighborhoods available. Would you be prepared for a big move away from your workplace to make that kind of investment? Would you leave friends, family, and career opportunities behind to secure a bargain on a house? A big move could make good financial sense if the price is right, offering you monetary benefits that may just be worth it.
The property you are currently in could become an investment opportunity too. Spend some time researching other properties on your street and in your neighborhood. How are they better than yours? How are they worse? Check realtor listings to see the kind of prices properties in your area are commanding. Would yours compare to some of those properties, or is there some work to do first? Certain home improvements like extensions and conversions can put your property in a higher price band.
Desirability is what will get you those viewing appointments. This is based primarily on appearance. Is your decor up to date? A home is only worth what someone is prepared to pay for it, but with no viewings, it simply won’t sell. Investing in the esthetic appeal of your property will always be worthwhile. If something needs repairing or tidying, make the time to get it looking its best. It could make a difference of thousands of dollars, and might just speed a sale along.
Property investors know exactly what to look for when they’re ready to add to their portfolio. Properties that have development potential can be highly desirable as a financial investment. However, if you intend to live there and turn the property into your home, you might choose to spend more in renovations. This will eat into your profits if you choose to sell up soon after. The additional moving costs should also be factored in.
It’s true that buying a home for your family to live in goes beyond the financial value of that investment. You’re investing your time, and potentially sacrificing much more than money when you buy it. Perhaps the best outcome of your investment is the lifetime of happy memories that will come of it.
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