Searching For A Home

Purchasing a home is not only a large financial decision, but also can be emotionally stressful. Many buyers enter into the process without any idea of what they are really looking for in a home. Before you begin your search, take some time to figure out what will make you happy in you new home.


Here are some of the top things to look for to make sure your search is off to the right start.

Location. It is said that you can live with almost any imperfection in a home if you love the neighborhood and your neighbors. You can change almost anything within the home, but once bought you can’t change the location. Research the neighborhood and surrounding areas to make sure they are right for you.

Situation Factors. Aside from the location, it’s important to look at the particular lot on which the home is built. Think about factors like if the home sits on a hill, if it has a view, if the yard is suitable for children, and if the home is close to neighbors. All of these things will affect your happiness with the home depending on what your personal tastes are.

Neighborhood. Make sure the neighborhood you are looking in meets your expectations. Drive through the area on weekdays and weekends and at all hours of the day so you know what the noise level and traffic activity is really like. Pay close attention to how neighbors take care of their yards, driveways, and the exterior of their homes. Also notice the streets and sidewalks. If you have children, ask yourself if would you feel safe with them playing outdoors.

Home Size and Layout. You might think the home you found is your dream home but make sure it’s not impractical. Is the size of the home too large or too small? Are you planning to grow your family or ready to downsize? Think about the placement of the master suite. If the home is multi level, would you rather have the master suite on the first or second floor? These are all important questions!

Kitchen. One of the biggest deciding factors in purchasing a home is the kitchen. The kitchen is a place you will likely be spending a large amount of your time. Don’t settle for a home with one that doesn’t fit your needs. Remodeling kitchens is always an option but can rack up a big price tag. If the home you are thinking of purchasing is going to need several kitchen upgrades, consider the costs when you make your choice!



Closets and Storage. Many older homes have small closets and not much storage space. Make sure the home you are considering purchasing has enough space for all of your belongings. Storage space is something you can add later, but it could mean sacrificing living space in some of your rooms.

Windows and Lighting. Are you someone who likes lots of windows and natural light or would you rather have less windows and more privacy? Visit the home you are considering at different times of day to see how the light shines into the windows. Consider the placement and quantity of electrical outlets. Will these meet your lighting needs?

Make sure you are with the right agent to help you make the process as smooth as possible. A knowledgeable lender and Realtor combo is key to a smooth transaction.

If you have questions about the home buying process, or loan process, give us a call! We'll help guide you through the process from start to finish by educating you along the way!

Tori Mink - Realtor

RE/MAX Southeast, Inc.

720-933-3456

www.ToriSellsDenver.com

ToriMink@Remax.net

7555 E Hampden Ave Suite #103

Denver, CO 80231

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Aaron Mell - Sales Manager/Loan Consultant

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

6455 S. Yosemite St., Suite 425
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Mobile 303-523-9459
Office 720-403-8833
Fax 866-428-8994aaronm@fairwaymc.com

www.loansbyaaronmell.com

NMLS ID 263042

Reasons To Consider School Districts When Purchasing A Home

When purchasing a home, there are a variety of factors that you will consider as you make the decision where to live such as the size of the house, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, the home’s condition, the neighborhood and so much more. While area of town and accessibility to the highways might be important considerations, if you have a family, knowing where the best school systems are is likely the most critical aspect of your home search. It's also very important for resale purposes.

When choosing the best school district for your children, it is important to pay attention to school performance ratings. Property values are likely to be higher around public schools with higher scores, as those are the most desirable areas for families. Of course, if the schools continue to perform well, your property value should also likely increase. Even in a “down market,” a fantastic school can be the one factor that lifts all nearby home prices and increases marketability of the home for resale.

Cherry Creek Schools and Douglas County Schools are a couple of the higher rated districts and highly sought after by clients looking to purchase a new home. If you are looking to buy a home, I can help guide you to neighborhoods that fall into these districts, however, there are also many top rated schools in other districts as well.

For a list of available homes for sale or for your FREE market report for a home you are considering selling, call me at (720) 933-3456

You may also search for homes on my website at www.ToriSellsDenver.com

Neighborhood Of The Week - Cherry Creek Vista!

Cherry Creek Vista is perfectly tucked away in the Denver Tech Center just East of Yosemite & Belleview. Great proximity to grocery stores, dining, convenient access to DTC, Park Meadows & I-25 and walking distance to all three Cherry Creek Schools makes this a very desirable location!

Kids will attend school in the highly sought after Cherry Creek School district with Cottonwood Creek Elementary, Campus Middle School and Cherry Creek High School. All three of these Cherry Creek schools are ranked at least a 9 out of 10 on the Greatschools.net website!

Cherry Creek Vista is a wonderful neighborhood that many people are proud to call home.
These established homes are located on good sized treed lots with lots of character. Home owners work hard to keep yards and homes looking nice with pride of ownership evident! Neighbors are caring and create a great environment for everyone! This great neighborhood is also located within walking or biking distance to the Cherry Creek State Park.

Homes in this Cherry Creek School district neighborhood have sold from $315,000 to just over
$1 million over the last two years.

Currently there are 17 active listings priced from $395,000 to $1,050,000.
There are 7 listings under contract from $395,000-$700,000 and 27 homes have sold in the last 90 days priced from $390,000 to $868,000! This is certainly a desired neighborhood located in the Cherry Creek School District!


If you are interested in a FREE MARKET REPORT for your home, or you are interested in homes for sale in the Cherry Creek School district, call me at (720) 933-3456!

www.ToriSellsDenver.com