Long distance house hunting could sounds like an unfathomable project but with the help of a good real estate team, sufficient knowledge, realistic goals and technological convenience, it can be achieved easily. Here are some great tips for anyone hunting for a house:

• Consult A Realtor: A reputed and experienced realtor in the area of your choice is your best friend. He will be well-versed with the nuances of the area and will help you make a decision that’s in your best interest. Choose a realtor with a decent number of contacts. Read reviews of people who have availed the realtor’s services before and use that as a guide for finalizing one. A good realtor should be tech-savvy with some knowledge of social media platforms. He should have unique marketing strategies and must be easy to approach.

• Do Your Own Bit Of Research: In addition to availing the services of a professional for house hunting, you should also educate yourself on the latest trends. Do some research on online platforms, call friends and relatives in and around the area, look into websites with useful information such as the livability costs of the area, job market, crime rate etc. Online listings are another great source for a comprehensive research of potential houses. They provide relevant information and clear picture of the house.
• Be Clear About What You Want: Long distance house hunting calls for clarity of thought as far as your needs and requirements are concerned. Delve deeper into what it is that you want from the home you are looking for. What kind of locality are you interested in, which size do you want, how near/far the amenities are, how far is the school, medical care, airports etc. Answering these questions to the best of your ability will set you forward in the right direction. It will also save your agents time.
• Cost Assessment: Ask your realtor to help you with determining the costs of living in various areas. Costs such as gas, eating out, public transportation etc. should be carefully considered. Compare these expenses with those of your current place of residence. Use the data to determine whether the move will be a financially viable one or not.
• Travel: After all the research and endless communication with your realtor, you will finally have to visit the area. Nothing compares to actually being at a place and taking a look at the neighborhood, talking to the people around, checking out local amenities, transportation options, internet speed etc. This will help you make an informed decision.
• Take Your Time: Never rush into a deal unless you are fully satisfied. After all the information from your agent and personal research, step back and give yourself time to reassess all the options.
  

For more information, contact Lone Star Realty & Property Management, Inc. We are located at 1020 W Jasper Drive, Killeen, TX 76542. You can also call us at (254) 699 – 7003.