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5 Things You MUST Check Before Buying a House in Port Aransas

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If you’re buying a new home in Port Aransas or North Padre Island, it’s exciting… but don’t become so excited that you overlook these five important must-check items.

5 Things You Must Check Before Buying a House in Port Aransas

You’ll save yourself time, money, and stress if you check on everything possible before you sign that dotted line.

#1: How Are the Windows?

New windows can be extremely expensive (sometimes costing more than $10,000), so it’s a good idea to pay special attention to whether they close properly, drafts come in, or they’re cracked. Check double-paned windows for signs of condensation, too, which indicates that there’s a crack in them.

#2: Are There Pests?

Open the cupboards, look behind the refrigerator, and peek under the sink. If you see any signs of pests, you’ll probably need to budget for a pest-control plan—but remember that some pests, such as termites, can damage a home’s entire structure.

#3: Where Does the Water Flow?

We get our fair share of rain in Port Aransas and North Padre Island, so you’ll want to make sure that water flows away from the house. Even if the home is at the top of a hill, you’ll need to ensure that water flows in a way that won’t cause erosion on the property.

#4: What Are the Neighbors Like?

How do you know if a neighborhood is right for you? You check on it at various times of day, get to know some of the people who live there, and look at the environment. The last thing you want is to buy a home in a subdivision or community where you don’t feel at-home.

#5: Will You Need to Upgrade the House?

Upgrades take more money—and more time—than most people think. If a house is too dated, you might be in for a wild (and expensive) ride. Know what you’re signing up for before you fall in love with any house!

Are You Buying a Home in Port Aransas?

Whether you’re looking for a home for sale in Port Aransas or North Padre Island, we’d love to help you find the perfect place to live.
Call us at 361-563-7788 or get in touch with us online to tell us what you want from your next home. We’ll start searching right away.
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How Do You Know if a Neighborhood is Right for You?

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If you’re like most people thinking about moving to Port Aransas or North Padre Island, you know that you want to buy in a community where you feel right at home.
That means getting to know your neighbors—and that’s something you can do long before you make the decision to purchase a home. If you’re not much of an extrovert, you can at least do a little homework on the neighborhood before you sign a purchase agreement.

How Do You Know if a Neighborhood is Right for You?

Ideally, you’ll be able to get to know a few people in a neighborhood you’re considering making “home.” If you can’t, though, these three signs can help you decide whether a community is right for you.

Good Neighbor Sign #1: Property Upkeep

Drive through potential neighborhoods to look for signs of neglect or disrepair. You should especially look at homes that border the one you’re thinking about buying, but the entire neighborhood’s look and feel can tell you whether it’s the right place for you. What you’re really looking for is pride in ownership—and you can see that whether homes are new or old, modest or large.

Good Neighbor Sign #2: The Residents

Few things can help you get a feel for a neighborhood than driving through it at various times of day can. Swing by in the early morning, during the afternoon and once it’s dark to get an idea about what kinds of activity levels you’ll see if you move in. You can search for crime statistics online if you’re interested in a particular neighborhood, too.

Good Neighbor Sign #3: Empty Houses

If there are a lot of homes for sale, or if there are plenty of vacant homes, you may want to consider the “big picture.” A home surrounded by empty houses, whether they’ve been foreclosed or just haven’t sold yet, may not be the right choice for you.

Are You Buying a Home in Port Aransas?

Whether you’re looking for a home for sale in Port Aransas or North Padre Island, we’d love to help you find the perfect place to live.
Call us at 361-563-7788 or get in touch with us online to tell us what you want from your next home. We’ll start searching right away.
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