There's nothing more exciting - or terrifying - than looking at homes for sale in Montgomery TX. A home is the biggest purchase most people make in their lifetime so finding the right home is extremely important. And because it's so important, homebuyers can feel a lot of pressure to ask all the right questions. Is the neighborhood a good one? Is the home in a good school district? Will the home still be big enough 10 years from now?
One of the most important questions you should ask yourself when you're house hunting is 'How much renovation am I willing to do or to pay for?' During the process of buying a home, it can be too easy to get frustrated and to choose a house that needs work simply because you're tired of looking. Or you may find a house with a great structure but that isn't up to your standards decor-wise. Instead of dismissing problems as 'easy fixes' or telling yourself that you might be able to live with them, you should take a long, hard look at how much work and money is involved in righting your home's wrongs.
▸ The average kitchen renovation cost is around $20,000 so, if you aren't in love with your potential home's kitchen, be sure you can live with it for a long time. Are the cabinets laminate-front and particle board or solid wood? Are they in good condition just not the color you'd prefer? How about the flooring? Is it tile, laminate or wood? If the countertops are laminate, can you live with that if your dream is granite?
▸ Bathroom renovations can cost about $10,000. Check to make sure the tub isn't cracked and that the pipes aren't leaking, especially if there's a bathroom on the second floor. Plumbing repairs are expensive. If the bathtub surround is tiled, are the tiles mildewed? This could be a sign of poor ventilation that has to be corrected sooner rather than later.
▸ Single-paned windows are not only energy-sieves, they can also stick and be hard to open. Be sure to open all the windows in each of the homes for sale in Montgomery TX that you're considering to see how well they work. Double-paned windows are expensive - the average-sized window costs about $300 to install - but they will save you money. Decide if you want to spend a few thousand dollars replacing windows.
▸ Cracked or sunken spots in 'hardscape,' the driveway and sidewalks, is a problem that will only get bigger. Remember that whatever cracked the driveway may have also damaged the foundation. If you choose to buy a home with problem hardscape and you have a home inspection, ask the inspector about the possible cause of the problem and how much it will cost to fix.
Remember, when you're looking for homes for sale in Montgomery TX, you need a realtor on your side who can help you spot potential problems and who will find the perfect home for you. That realtor is Shelly Shillings, so call (936) 755-4000 or visit www.shelly-shillings.com to get started with your home search.
Homes for sale Montgomery TX
Shelly Shillings
14602 FM 1097 Rd W.
Willis, Texas 77318
(936) 755-4000
When you're looking at homes for sale in Montgomery TX, decide which problems you can live with and which need fixing. Call (936) 755-4000 for help.
