This is one of the most fundamental decisions of your life and, therefore, you should carefully evaluate several components of this process.
Follow these 10 tips and advice that will help you choose the ideal house.
1. Define priorities Define what is fundamental in a house. Is it a big kitchen, lots of light, close to transports, hardwood floors, huge bedrooms, or a big balcony? Without any censorship, put everything on your list and then narrow it down to the five essentials. Carry this list with you at all times! 2. Take note of everything When you visit several houses, you lose track of which has what, so keep a record. Make a table or a checklist, in which you indicate what your ideal house should have (number of bedrooms, equipped kitchen, heating, etc.) and, as you visit them, point out which requirements are met. When it comes time to make the decision, this record will help. |  |
 | 3. Ask to have photos taken Even when you fall madly in love with a house, you may end up forgetting some details. Ask to take pictures or even make a video, so that when it comes time to decide, your memory will not fail you! 4. Look at the details Don’t be shy to analyze each drawer, closet, window, or door. Look, review, test, and test again. This is probably the biggest purchase of your life. That’s why you have to know everything: abuse the questions, make as many visits as you feel necessary, and take your time to make sure you have found your ideal house. |
5. Take a tape measure No, it’s not too early to start taking measurements. Remember that buying a house is a big investment and you may not want to add to this amount the amount to re-decorate the living room, bedrooms, office and/or kitchen. If you already have all the furniture you need take the measurements of your furniture and confirm that they will fit. 6. Visit the house at different times Try to visit the house at different times to notice not only the differences inside, but also outside. How is the street at night, do you feel comfortable and safe, or do you notice a strange atmosphere? In the morning, is it very noisy? Is it busy, does it have many children and families? Is it quiet or a desert? Remember that this is where you will live. |  |
 | 7. How many years can you live here? One of the most common mistakes buyers make is to buy a house that meets their needs today without, however, evaluating the future. Later, when, for example, you have children, it may no longer be sufficient for the whole family. 8. Evaluate the distances How long will it take you to travel from home to work or from home to the children’s school? How often do you make these trips? The money you will save on the purchase of the house, will you not spend it on time and fuel? These are all questions that should be analyzed when making a decision. |
9. Do the math well Think carefully if your budget supports the investment. The ideal house is the one that does not put your livelihood at risk. The loan payment should not exceed 20% of your monthly budget. And if you already have other loans, the total amount should not exceed a maximum of 30%. 10. Confirm the data Be sure to ask the seller for all the documents of the property so that you can confirm all the data in the tax and land registry offices. This small care can avoid many future problems. |  |
SUGGESTION FOR THOSE LOOKING FOR A FIRST HOME IN AVEIRO:
The Tiles is an ode to the charms of tile art. It is a development with studio to two bedroom apartments, with areas between 38.92m² and 122.88m². Consisting of three floors and two, The Tiles has parking spaces and balconies. Located on Rua do Gravito, next to the Beira-Mar district, in the heart of Aveiro, The Tiles provides several amenities of a city lifestyle and allows its residents to absorb the beauty and tranquility of the city, next to the Ria’s canals.
With a classic façade which promotes the traditional line, The Tiles integrates with the surroundings of the location where it is located. Its interior, however, contrasts, presenting a modern and urban design, marked by soft and elegant textures. For Ponto Urbano, preserving history by maintaining the architectural and artistic heritage is a must.
Ponto Urbano has as its foundation the respect and preservation of art, simultaneously creating architectural value, by excelling in projects that consider the surroundings and are simultaneously at the forefront of the line.