Open houses may be staged to look like a home decor dream, but don’t let that distract you from the real reason you’re there to potentially buy a home. Make sure you can look past the neatly arranged furniture and focus solely on whether the house would be a good fit for you and your family.
Below are the home buyer’s checklist of things you might have missed at first glance.
Look specifically if they are facing the right direction to let sunlight in, and whether they open to a nice view.
Check for possible signs of water damage due to leaky plumbing.
Make sure there are enough outlets for the appliances and other electronics you’ll be using.
Look for closet placement. Also check that the storage is in a convenient location.
If they’re included in the house, make sure they’re in good condition. They should be on and working while you’re there.
Lift up any rugs to check the condition of the floor underneath.
7. Floor Level
Check to see if the floors are level. Place a marble or another small, round object on the floor and see if it rolls consistently in one direction.
8. Attic
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If the house has one, make sure it’s well insulated.
9. Water Spouts
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Runoff from the gutters should be pointed away from the house, so take a step outside to see if this is the case.
