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Sanibel Island House Hunting Tips

Home Buying TipsBuying a new home is an exciting life changing event, especially when you’re buying a home on beautiful Sanibel Island in Southwest Florida! Make sure you work with an experienced real estate agent who has plenty of local area expertise and who can provide expert advice to keep you on the right track during your search. Here are a few preparation tips to make your home buying experience more rewarding. 

Research Locations

Do you want to be on the beach or close to town amenities? Do you need to be convenient to hospitals and local services? Keep these questions in mind as you consider which areas and neighborhoods are best for your needs.

Make a List of Wants & Needs

Take the time to make a list of the features you really need in a home and the ones you’d like to have. Outlining your specific needs and wants will help you and your agent find the homes that best match your criteria. 

Get Pre-Approved

A pre-approval letter from a mortgage lender tells you how much you’re able to borrow. It’s important to know your budget before you start shopping for homes. Getting pre-approved also helps you show sellers that you’re a serious contender when you submit an offer. Read more information about mortgages in Florida.

Dress for Comfort

Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes when you go out to look at houses. You may tour lots of homes in a day, so think comfortable walking shoes with support and casual clothes with a relaxed fit to make the long days more enjoyable. 

Be Ready to Make an Offer

In case you walk into a home and absolutely love it, be prepared to make an offer. Your agent will work with you to make sure your offer is competitive and that it’s within your budget and the home’s value.

Take Notes

Keep notes on all of the homes you’ve looked at, what you like, what you don’t like. Listing out the pros and cons will help you narrow down your options. Revisit them once you’ve taken a break and look them over with a new perspective.

Contact Phaidra McDermott for more information about buying a home on Sanibel Island or start your home search using this MLS tool or browse recommended searches.

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