Viewing

View a house a number of times and at various times throughout the day. This will help you see any defects that might exist that may go undetected simply because of poor lighting.

Your realtor will likely recommend taking a second and third look at a property if it initially interests you to make sure you don’t make a hasty decision. Of course there will be times where this is not practical and an immediate decision may be necessary. When viewing a house, be careful to look at it closely, inside and out, to check that everything works properly.

Warning flags like a poorly kept lawn, faded paint or worn fixtures may mean more important items such as the furnace or air conditioner have not been properly maintained. Conduct your inspect carefully. Someone selling a house is not legally obligated to point out visible defects that exist throughout the property.