Sunday, 31 July 2011

Avoiding Real Estate Buying Pitfalls

By Ashley Donus


The unstable state of economic conditions during the last several years has discouraged many prospective real estate buyers from purchasing property. In the past, real estate, both commercial and residential, was a money spinning market for ready investors. Property values sky rocketed, and a lot of money was made in record sale time. Whatever the current or prospective market conditions, buyers should always take preventative steps toward avoiding real estate buying pitfalls.

Real estate buying pitfalls can take many forms. Whether a property is purchased for a commercial or residential purpose and whether it is to be used as a long term or short term investment are only a few factors in the outcome of a purchase.

Commercial real estate investors often seek advice from professionals in the commercial building trade. Assuring that a building is compliant with safety codes can prevent future obstacles to the cash flow potential in your purchase.

A plain and straightforward approach to avoiding pitfalls in real estate buying is best. Hiring an inspector prior to signing any sales documents can save thousands of dollars and headaches later on down the road. An overview of the legal and financial histories of the property in consideration is a good idea. The Internal Revenue Service will follow a property to collect their taxes; not its owner.

The most popular homes on the existing market reflect the troublesome economy. They are low in price and boast energy conservation as sell appeal. Real estate buying pitfalls lie in buyers unaware that their low purchasing price may match their final turnover sale price.

Buyers who are initially attracted to a low price on a home should be fully aware of the prospective profit before jumping on what they think is a bargain. They should also be aware of the financial pitfalls that may lie in a home that has been unattended for awhile. Houses that come with electric, plumbing, or pest issues can be more cost draining than effective.

Essentially, averting real estate buying pitfalls boils down to assuring sure that you comprehend the potential gains from your prospective properties. Real estate is still a smart choice, even under these hard economic conditions.




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