9 Things To Ignore While House Hunting

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It can be easy to focus on the little things you see in a home that you don’t particularly care for and to miss the positive attributes of the home.  It can be difficult to envision yourself in a home when you are surrounded by memories of a different family. Here are 9 things you should ignore when touring a home:

1. An older home: Many older homes have been built with quality materials and finishes and have been able to stand the test of time because of that.  You can still make your mark on an older home and there are many simple fixes that can be done to bring an older home up to date.
2. Paint colors: The colors on the walls are very fixable and can be changed quickly and cheaply. It is more important to focus on the actual structure of the room instead of the owner’s taste in paint colors.
3. Wallpaper: Even though you may see wallpaper that doesn’t fit your style, just remember that it can be taken down or covered up.
4. Kitchen appliances: If the appliances in a home don’t meet your standards, just keep in mind that as long as you have room in your budget to replace them or at least a plan to change them out over time, you will be able to have the appliances you wish for.
5. Worn or dirty carpet: Carpets can always be professionally cleaned or replaced with a different flooring option. There are numerous options for flooring now that are both attractive and budget friendly.
6. Unpleasant odors: Giving the home a good cleaning should easily get rid of any odors in the home so unless the odor is due to a serious mold problem, the odor is not a major issue.
7. Lack of curb appeal: If you are not impressed with the outside of a home, don’t worry, you can make changes in order to make it your own. Painting the front door a different color, sprucing up a front porch, or adding new landscaping will make a huge difference.
8. Popcorn ceilings: Although these are outdated, they can be scraped off to achieve that smooth look you are after. It is a good idea to do this work before you move in though because it is a messy job.
9. Not enough privacy: A lack of privacy can be remedied by putting up hedges or other trees or bushes.