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4 Home Flaws that All Buyers Should Overlook

March 4, 2019 By Martin MacFarlane Leave a Comment

When you are in the market for a new home in Markham, you want a house that you love. You may desire a house that is move-in ready and requires very few projects and upgrades. But, finding a house in pristine and perfect condition may be difficult. Here are several cosmetic flaws that all buyers should overlook during their house hunt.

1. Ugly Decorations and Furniture

As you walk through a new home in Markham, you want to envision yourself living in the house and making it your own. But, if the décor and the furniture throughout the space aren’t your style, this can seem like an impossible task. If you don’t care for the furniture and other items throughout the property, try to look past them. Look at characteristics of the home such as the layout, the condition of the walls, flooring, etc. If you need help looking past the décor and furniture, ask your real estate agent for help.

2. Poor Landscaping

If you love to spend a significant amount of time outdoors, you will want an outdoor living space that is gorgeous, beautiful, and functional. If the home you are looking at is poorly landscaped, don’t turn away from the home. Updating and improving the landscaping is usually a fairly simple fix, even though it may be time-consuming. Plus, this allows you to create an outdoor living space that you desire.

3. Old Appliances

Old appliances can make a room look outdated and poorly maintained. But, if this is one of the few problems in the home, it is a fast and simple fix. By simply replacing these items, you can instantly transform this area of your home. If the cost of replacing all appliances makes you feel overwhelmed, talk to your real estate agent. Depending on the specific home, you may consider lowering your offer to help offset the cost of these products.

4. Poor Paint Colors

Some homeowners may choose bold and bright paint colours for certain areas of your home. If you don’t care for the colours in a specific room, don’t walk away. Painting a room is a cost-friendly fix and something that can be accomplished in a weekend. Plus, you can choose the colour that you desire and truly make the home your own. While there are certainly red flags when purchasing a new home in Markham such as mold, foundation issues, or even extensive water damage, the above four flaws shouldn’t keep you away from your dream home in Markham.

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