{"id":4290,"date":"2022-01-18T10:00:36","date_gmt":"2022-01-18T18:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/?p=4290"},"modified":"2024-03-05T14:19:57","modified_gmt":"2024-03-05T22:19:57","slug":"tips-for-a-successful-online-house-hunt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/2022\/01\/18\/tips-for-a-successful-online-house-hunt\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for a Successful Online House Hunt"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Finding your dream home is now easier thanks to the\ninternet. But with millions of homes now available at your fingertips, it can\nstill feel overwhelming. How do you do find the home that\u2019s right for you? Before\nyou stop looking before you actually start, we\u2019re here to help. Check out these\ntips so you can efficiently and effectively use the internet to find your new\nhome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Identify your needs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot of homes available but not every home will\nfit your needs. Create a list of features your new home must-have; these are\nyour non-negotiables and will guide your search. Knowing what you\u2019re looking\nfor will keep you from being overwhelmed by options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep your options open<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Using filters to narrow down your search is a smart idea but\ndon\u2019t feel you need to use all of them.&nbsp;\nYou may know you want a single-level 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with 16000\nsquare feet between $200,000 and $275,000 but limiting your search results to\nhomes that meet that criteria may reduce your options. Instead, choose one or\ntwo of your non-negotiables, like budget and bedrooms, and see what homes are\navailable. You may uncover a gem you may have otherwise missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stay updated<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The internet is a helpful resource for finding your new home.\nThere\u2019s plenty of information available that\u2019s easy to find and understand\nthanks to popular listing sites like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.realtor.com\/\">Realtor.com<\/a>,\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/\">Zillow<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trulia.com\/\">Trulia<\/a>,\nand <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homesw.com\/\">Homes.com<\/a>.&nbsp; Whichever online listing site you use, make\nsure its regularly updated. There\u2019s nothing worse than finding out the home\nyou\u2019re interested in is no longer available! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for new construction homes, it\u2019s helpful\nto join the builder\u2019s mailing list to receive updates on the communities and\nhomes you\u2019re interested in. They\u2019re a good source to learn about grand\nopenings, special promotions, and pricing updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">View virtual tours and pictures <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most listings now include plenty of pictures and virtual\ntours so you can get an idea of how a home look. This is a great way to narrow\ndown your options before visiting your shortlist of homes in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visit in person<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve created a shortlist of homes you\u2019re interested\nin, make an in-person appointment to tour each one. Even with virtual tours,\nnothing replaces walking the home in real life. This is your opportunity to\nexplore the home and see if it is a good fit for your family. Come to the tour\nprepared with any questions you may have for each home and take note of your\nimpressions and concerns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check out the neighborhood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, you\u2019re not just buying a home, you\u2019re also buying\ninto a neighborhood. If you\u2019re unfamiliar with the neighborhood, do a deep dive\nto learn as much about the area as possible. Check Google Maps to see how close\nthe home is to schools, shopping, parks, and other amenities. We also recommend\ndriving around the area as well so you can get a better lay of the land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the internet to find your new home is a great way to\nunderstand what\u2019s available in your area and budget. SummerHill Homes has made\nfinding your new home online simple. You can view our floorplans, virtual\ntours, schedule an appointment, and even get pre-approved all online! Visit us <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/\">SummerHillHomes.com<\/a> to learn more\nabout <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/media-gallery\">our new home\ncommunities in the greater Bay Area<\/a> and let us help you find your dream\nhome.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Finding your dream home is now easier thanks to the internet. 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