What We Look at When Showing a Home

Huerkamp Home Group Minnesota Real Estate Podcast

Whether you are a buyer or a seller, there are a few things you should pay attention to when it comes to a home’s condition.

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When it comes to home showings, there are a few things to be aware of from both the buyer and seller perspectives.

If you are listing your home, showing the property is an essential part of the process. The approach taken by our certified team of buyer specialists here at Huerkamp Home Group sets us apart in helping our clients show their homes. We’re here to be your advisor, teacher, and advocate.

Instead of coming into the situation as salespeople, we want to instead be there to explain the positives and negatives of a property. Because of this, there are a few things we do when showing a property.

First of all, we take a look at the neighbors. We examine possible red flags like a cluttered yard or maintenance problems because the truth of the matter is that you can only pick your neighbors once. Once you’ve already chosen to buy into a neighborhood the tables turn and after that: your neighbors choose you.

Next we look at the condition of the roads. Could there be street improvements? Are they new or in disrepair? If the streets by a listing are not in the best condition, we may even consider calling the city to inquire about when they will be fixed and also alert them that there may be an assessment that’s going to happen.

It is our job when we’re representing you as buyer clients to make you aware of a home’s condition.

Additionally, we inspect the condition of the driveway itself. From the material the driveway is made of, to its current state, to whether or not the apron is becoming deteriorated, we need to assess these things to know what costs could be associated with them.

The state of the sidewalk is also important. When we look at a home we consider not only appearance but also condition. A sidewalk is one item that needs to be both attractive and well-maintained. This is especially true because the sidewalk leads you to the front door.

Paying attention to the exterior of the property, including the front door and siding, is another key factor.

Finally, we look at the interior and whether there are any needed repairs. This could be everything from replacing the carpet, sanding wood floors, painting, and more.

In any case, it is our job when we’re representing you as buyer clients to make you aware of a home’s condition.

If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.