Questions You Should Ask Before Buying a Lakeland Fl Home For Sale (Part 3)
Questions You Should Ask Before Buying a Lakeland Fl Home For Sale
Before deciding on which Lakeland Fl home to buy, careful thought and planning must be done in order to avoid “buyer’s remorse.”
In our previous articles, we discussed the types of questions you need to ask before buying a home in order to make an educated decision. The first two types were questions about the price and questions about the condition of the home.
In this third article, we will discuss the third type of question which is about the location of the home.
We always hear the expression “location, location, location,” when it comes to buying a home. This means that a home’s location has a very big impact on the value of the home.
Here are some questions you should ask about the location of the Lakeland Fl home for sale:
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Aside from homes, what types of properties are located within the area? You may want to check if there are apartments, commercial or industrial areas nearby since all of these lower the value of the home.
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What are the demographics of the neighborhood? Is it comprised mostly of families? Retirees? The best source for this information will be the neighbors living in the area. You could also ask your Lakeland Fl agent about the neighborhood.
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What are the schools in the area and how far are they from the home? This should be major consideration especially for families with school-age children. Find out the school district within the area and how it ranks through the school’s website.
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How is the noise level in the area? Consider dropping by during different times of day. During the day, check for the noise level from the traffic, especially if the Lakeland Fl home is located near a freeway. Are there nearby stores or restaurants? Also check for barking dogs. These could all be irritants that could be unbearable to live with everyday.
Asking the right questions about a home’s price, condition and location will help you decide whether to buy the home for sale in Lakeland Fl or not and what purchase price to offer, since all these factors greatly affect the value of a home.
To get the best advice on buying a home, consult your Lakeland Fl agent.