Two-thirds of homes were bought unseen in 2020, meaning the buyers did not tour the physical property before purchasing. In the pandemic and even last year, this was a common and now popular choice. If you’re considering buying a home virtually this year, here are some tips to be successful in your home buying journey!
Decide early on before virtually touring homes what is a necessity and what would be a nice luxury. Assess features like how many bedrooms, the layout, appliances, flooring, etc., for what is a need and what is a want. This list of the necessities will help you weed out potential homes and make the search faster. Check out our free report “ How to Spot a Home with Investment Potential.”
Not all agents work virtually, but we do ! We know how to handle the technology, virtual tours and closings, and all things virtual real estate. We know that working virtually may require more guidance, so we would be happy to help you find your dream home! Contact us today so you can make sure we’re the right fit for you.
If you’re not touring a home in person, you’ll need to tour it via live video or video call. While prerecorded video tours are convenient, a live showing will allow for more interaction. The benefits of a live showing are taking your time, asking questions, and even requesting more attention to certain areas.
By touring virtually, there are some things you can’t see, so you have to ask the right questions instead. Some questions to ask are about the condition of items and the natural lighting. You want to get as specific as possible so you know if this is the house for you. Your REALTOR® can help as well since they can go to the property and report the things that can’t be seen, felt, or heard, like the surrounding area, traffic, or other noise.
Don’t forget to research the area! A great strategy is to use Google Street View to “walk” the neighborhood. It’s also smart to check the local county’s website for property records, as it will tell you the property history and background.
Contact us today if you’re ready to buy a home virtually! Call us today at (208) 957-0870, email us at corby@boiseturnkey.com, or fill out the form below.
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