Have you been looking at
homes or looking for a home? I know they
sound like the same thing; after all, I only exchanged a preposition in each
statement. How much could that really affect the meaning?
The answer is a lot.
The 1st example of looking at a home is just that. You are viewing a property for any number
of reasons, similar to the way an art critic views a painting at a gallery. You
will have an opinion about the size of the lot, construction materials, and the
colors the homeowner used in the living room. You might even notice if there
has been deferred maintenance, but the key point is you are indifferent about the house overall.
The 2nd example implies much more on the part of
the viewer. If you are looking for a
home, you will have a plan beforehand. You know the location that most
interests you, home size, and amenities that mean the most to you. You have
specific goals, and if you’ve been given the right information, these goals are
realistic. After touring some properties in your criteria, you are able to
narrow down your choices to a chosen few. Eventually, you make an offer and
close on the home of your choice.
Do you see the differences now? Looking at homes will get
you nowhere. Without a clear plan, you will only look at home after home, never
making a decision, but continuing to ask questions. You will look at
everything, because you never created a plan, and eventually, you will fall
into what I call the “merry-go-round” syndrome.
If you plan to buy in the near future, it is best to have a
plan and to focus on your goals. Talk to the right people who will understand
your situation, point you in the right direction, and most importantly, make
sure you are looking for the home of
your choice and not just looking at
them!
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