What questions to ask before buying a home or moving into an apartment? And how can you make sure you home is healthy?
Before buying a home or moving into an apartment, it is important to ask several questions to ensure you make an informed decision. Here are some key questions to consider for your purchase and once you make your purchase you are healthy inside your home.
1. How old is the home, and what is the location's zip code for resale value and lifestyle assessment
2. Who previously lived in the home and who built it
3. How old are the appliances in the home
4. Has there been any mold, electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure, or previous damage to the home such as water damage
5. Has the home been well-maintained
6. Who runs the power in the area, and is it reliable
7. Is the home well-ventilated, and how old is the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system
8. Does the home appear to be in a healthy state upon visual inspection
9. If there are any damaged areas, what repairs would be easy to address and what would be more challenging
10. Does the property have a well or is it connected to the city's water supply
11. How healthy is the tap water. Is it safe to drink, or would it require additional filtration
12. Have pesticides been sprayed on the property or nearby
13. Does the home have any toxic paint
14. Are there signs of rotting or decaying materials on the property.
15. What is the neighborhood like, is it safe and family-friendly.
16. What is the proximity to schools, parks, and amenities,
17. What is the condition of the home, are there any major repairs or renovations needed
18. How old is the home and its major systems,
19. What are the property taxes and any additional fees, what is the average utility cost.
20.Does the home have any restrictions or homeowner's association rules.
21.What is the current market value of the home and its potential for appreciation.
22.What is the average time homes stay on the market in the area.
23.What are the financing options available.
24.Are there any pending or previous legal disputes associated with the property.
25. What is the average annual maintenance cost.
26. Are there any restrictive covenants or easements on the property.
27.Is the home in a flood zone or prone to any other natural disasters.
28.Can you add or modify any structures on the property.
29.What is the seller's disclosure of the home's history, why is the current owner selling.
30.What are the current and future development plans for the area.
31.What is the state of the local economy and job market.
32. What are the noise levels in the area and any potential disruptions, is the home energy-efficient.
33. Are the materials low or high quality.
34. How do the other homes near by look in their state and condition and how does this home compare to the others you have seen in the same area and price range
35. Did the person smoke in the home or do any polluting activities inside
36. Are there any pest infestations or were there
37. How good a condition is the attic and basement in and do you see signs of rot mold or other things you shouldn't
38. Does the property have natural resources on it
39. How much natural sunlight does it get
40.Has it been tested containment free
41. Does it have safety alarms, smoke alarms, and carbon monoxide alarms
42. Does it have exterior lighting that works and is properly positioned
43.What are the current rates to buy this home.
44. Can a tree or something else fall on it
45. How old is the roof
46. Has it been on the market a long time
47.Does the home or things inside still have warranty
48. Why is the seller leaving
49. Is the home inspector highly rated for pre purchase inspection?
50. Were there any renovations
51. Is the home closed in by a fence or open passage for animals and people
52.How big is the home.
53.How big is the outside and total area
54.How close is it to powerlines
55.When was is last painted inside or outside
56. Does it have a septic tank or on the city grid
57.How much are taxes
58. Has it been tested for radon, asbestos or pyrite
59. How good condition is the driveway
60. Is the home in a safe area to live
61. Can you add solar, a well, or any other eco-friendly options or not
62. Does it have a good kitchen and cooking fan or windows
63. Where is the closet trash collections and recycling center
64. Do you need to or have to or can pay for city services or do it all on your own
65. How affordable would it be to improve the value of the home
66. Is this a short or long term purchase
67. Will the home be good for older person families or young couple
68. How old is the carpeting or is there any
69. How much will it cost to add everything the home doesn't have that you need
70.What is the total investment and risk you can take to buy the home
71.Are there barking dogs nearby