Finding Your Perfect Dayton Home

June 1, 2010 - PRLog -- Finding Your Perfect Dayton Home

As the old saying goes, real estate is all about location, location, location. But, there is a lot more to it than just plain geography when it comes to finding your perfect home. There are a lot of things to consider during the search because, for most, a home is the most significant purchase they will ever make.

Choose A Location That You Like

When searching for your perfect Dayton home, the obvious place to start is with the selection of a location. If you have children, you may want to choose a home that is close to good schools and is also located in a family-oriented neighborhood. There are several resources you can Google to find out Dayton area School rankings. Many people also look for a home that offers a short commute to and from work.  If you are shopping within a specific price range, you can also narrow the choices by finding an area that offers the best value for your dollar. Your Dayton Dayton REALTOR can assist you where to find these statistics.

Select A Style

The perfect home for you is one that has all of the elements that you want. Whether it's a garage, basement, extra bedroom or bath, a large kitchen, fireplace or open floor plan, choosing the style of home that you want is an important first step in finding the perfect place to hang your hat. You may also want to consider whether you prefer a single-level or two-story home.  Many home buyers also factor in floor plans when searching for a house, including those that offer an open and flowing design.

Get Pre-Qualified

Now that you know what you want and where you want it, it's important to find out how much of a home you can afford. Pre-qualification is not the same as pre-approval. With pre-qualification, your lender will request specific information relating to your income and expenditures and will offer a possible price range for you to keep in mind while shopping. Pre-qualification does not guarantee that you will receive an approval, but it does give you a good indication of how much you can afford based on your current situation. The last thing you want is to get your hopes up only to find out that you can have what you want.

Talk To A Datyon REALTOR

Nobody knows the Dayton real estate business like a Dayton REALTOR, so let them help you in your search for the perfect home. They can answer questions relating to the neighborhood, recent inspections on a particular home and any needed repairs. Because a Dayton REALTOR has access to a number of area homes, they have the ability to show you various choices within your preferred area and price range.

Ask About Amenities

One of the most significant concerns of any home buyer is what a home has to offer. Utilities, such as water, sewer, cable, phone and electricity are just a few of the things to consider.  If the home is in a subdivision that requires the payment of association dues, how will these funds be used?  What amenities does the home owner's association offer? These are all questions to ask your Dayton REALTOR when shopping for the perfect home.

In conclusion, you should know that the search for your perfect home is a journey. It may be either long or short and with or without some bumps along the way, but the greatest satisfaction will be at the journey's end and your future's beginning.

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About Greg Greenwald: Greg is a Realtor with Prudential One in Troy, Ohio. He's a member of GDREIA (Greater Dayton Real Estate Investors Association) who helps beginning and seasoned investors alike. Greg's education began at Sinclair Community College studying Real Estate and Property Management and continues today personally studying under some of the top Real Estate experts in the county. Greg commits to providing his clients with uncompromising personalized service. Call Greg today at (937) 573-6917 or visit http://ggreenwald.onehomefinder.com