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House-Hunting Red Flags · Military Real Estate Rookie Show

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  SPEAKER_00: Hello, everyone.
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  SPEAKER_00: Welcome to the Military Real Estate Rookie Show.
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  SPEAKER_00: I'm your host, Rena.
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  SPEAKER_00: Today's topic is about the house looks perfect, but should you buy it?
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  SPEAKER_00: There are 10 red flags buyers should never ignore.
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  SPEAKER_00: So I hope you enjoyed this episode.
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  SPEAKER_00: And here are a couple of informational segments that I want you to pay attention to.
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  SPEAKER_00: You walk into the house, beautiful kitchen, granite countertops, fresh paint, nice flooring.
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  SPEAKER_00: The neighborhood looks amazing.
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  SPEAKER_00: And you're thinking, this is the one.
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  SPEAKER_00: But then the real estate agent says, Let's slow down for a minute, because sometimes the prettiest house can have the ugliest surprise.
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  SPEAKER_00: And today we're talking about the things you may not notice when you're walking through a house, the thing behind the fresh paint, the things underneath the pretty flooring, the things that can turn your home dream into a beautiful financial nightmare.
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  SPEAKER_00: All right.
• 1:07
  SPEAKER_00: Welcome back to the all right.
• 1:11
  SPEAKER_00: Welcome back to the military rookie show.
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  SPEAKER_00: I'm your host, Rena.
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  SPEAKER_00: Today's topic is very important.
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  SPEAKER_00: So listen up, guys.
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  SPEAKER_00: This is going to be very good.
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  SPEAKER_00: So I wanted to discuss this topic, and it's about the house look perfect, but should you buy it?
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  SPEAKER_00: There are 10 red flags that I thought that would benefit us when you're buying a home.
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  SPEAKER_00: So just simply listen to this.
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  SPEAKER_00: The 10 red flags buyers should never ignore.
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  SPEAKER_00: These are some things that I went through as a realtor and with my clients.
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  SPEAKER_00: And I thought this would be good information that you guys could learn from.
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  SPEAKER_00: So you walk in the house, beautiful kitchen, granite top, granite countertops, fresh paint, nice flooring, and beautiful backyard.
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  SPEAKER_00: The neighborhood looks amazing, and you're thinking, this is the one.
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  SPEAKER_00: This is the one.
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  SPEAKER_00: But then you then your real estate agent says, Let's slow down a minute, because sometimes the prettiest house has ugly surprises.
• 2:09
  SPEAKER_00: And today we're talking about the things you may not notice when you're walking through a house.
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  SPEAKER_00: The things behind the fresh paint, the thing behind the ugliest, the the underneath the pretty flooring, the thing that can turn your dream home into a financial nightmare.
• 2:25
  SPEAKER_00: Welcome back to the Military Real Estate Rookie Show, the podcast where we talk about real estate home ownership, investment, and building wealth, especially for military members, veterans, and first-time homebuyer.
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  SPEAKER_00: I'm your host, Rina, Rena Barron.
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  SPEAKER_00: And today's question is Is this house really a good deal?
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  SPEAKER_00: We're going to go through 10 red flags buyers should never ignore.
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  SPEAKER_00: And I'm going to give you a little challenge.
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  SPEAKER_00: As I give you each red flag, ask yourself, would I still buy this house?
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  SPEAKER_00: Let's get into it.
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  SPEAKER_00: All right, let's go.
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  SPEAKER_00: Number one, red flag is that it smells really good.
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  SPEAKER_00: Okay, hear me out, hear me out.
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  SPEAKER_00: You you walk into a house and you like, oh my goodness, it smells really good in here.
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  SPEAKER_00: It smells like fresh baked cookies or vanilla or some expensive candle from a boutique, and you're thinking, This house is amazing.
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  SPEAKER_00: But I want you to ask yourself, why?
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  SPEAKER_00: Why does it smell so good?
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  SPEAKER_00: Sometimes a strong fragrance can simply be because the seller likes candles, but other times buyers should be alerted to odors that may be masking something different.
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  SPEAKER_00: Musty smells, mildew, pet odors, smoke, moisture, water intrusion.
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  SPEAKER_00: Don't automatically assume something is wrong, but don't ignore your nose either.
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  SPEAKER_00: I mean, if something smells unusual, investigate, ask questions.
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  SPEAKER_00: Why does it smell so bad in here?
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  SPEAKER_00: You know, what's up with the smell?
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  SPEAKER_00: Well, red flag number two is fresh paint everywhere.
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  SPEAKER_00: Now, fresh paint isn't automatically bad.
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  SPEAKER_00: It's a seller may simply be preparing for the house sale, right?
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  SPEAKER_00: But if you walk into an older property and everything is freshly painted, walls, ceiling, basements, garage, and wondering why did they paint everything?
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  SPEAKER_00: Take a closer look.
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  SPEAKER_00: Could be nothing, you know, it could be hiding stains or previous water damage.
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  SPEAKER_00: It could be, again, don't accuse investigation, you know, just investigate, just ask questions, you know, and have appropriate inspection performed.
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  SPEAKER_00: Do not buy a house without having an inspection.
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  SPEAKER_00: I tell all my clients, I don't know, I don't care if it's new construction, you know, always do an inspection just for your own sense of comfort, you know.
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  SPEAKER_00: So red flag number three is ceiling stains.
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  SPEAKER_00: This is a big one.
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  SPEAKER_00: Now we're getting serious.
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  SPEAKER_00: You look up and see a brown spot on the ceiling, you know, and somebody says, Oh, that's old.
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  SPEAKER_00: We have a new roof on there.
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  SPEAKER_00: It couldn't possibly be the roof.
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  SPEAKER_00: Okay, maybe it is, but the question is, what caused it?
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  SPEAKER_00: Could it be a new roof?
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  SPEAKER_00: But you say it's a new roof, could be plumbing, could be an HVAC condensation, could be something else.
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  SPEAKER_00: The point is you don't know just by looking into looking at it.
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  SPEAKER_00: Don't climb onto the roof by yourself.
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  SPEAKER_00: You know, you get a real inspector, a roof inspector that is dedicated to that business.
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  SPEAKER_00: And don't play home inspector.
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  SPEAKER_00: Hire the appropriate professional on each category, you know, somebody that is knowledgeable on roofs, you know, and plumbing and HVAC.
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  SPEAKER_00: That is great because once you sign on a dotted line, it blows you.
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  SPEAKER_00: Red flag number four, the HVAC is old.
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  SPEAKER_00: Knock, knock.
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  SPEAKER_00: You live in coastal Georgia, you already know air conditioner is not an option.
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  SPEAKER_00: Even if you live in Florida, you know, air conditioner is not an option.
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  SPEAKER_00: You need to have a professional really, really look into that HVAC because once you sign on that dollar line, you have bought the farm, is what they say.
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  SPEAKER_00: So if you're buying a house in a hot climate and HVAC system, it's older, you need to know what you're dealing with because you're gonna be responsible for uh replacing that HVAC and it's very expensive.
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  SPEAKER_00: So ask how old is the system?
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  SPEAKER_00: Has it been serviced?
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  SPEAKER_00: Does it cool properly?
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  SPEAKER_00: Are there any unusual noises?
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  SPEAKER_00: Are some rooms much hotter or colder than others?
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  SPEAKER_00: Look at the temperature in the on the thermostat, you know, and and remember a home inspection isn't a crystal ball.
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  SPEAKER_00: Hire somebody that is a professional in HVAC.
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  SPEAKER_00: That is going to be one of the biggest points I can give you right now.
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  SPEAKER_00: System fails.
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  SPEAKER_00: I mean, they can go through all of that, right?
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  SPEAKER_00: Because stuff happens, it's going to happen.
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  SPEAKER_00: So understand the age, condition of a major component and budget appropriately because it will happen.
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  SPEAKER_00: So hire a person who is just the expert in HVAC, you know, a plumbing company that go over that.
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  SPEAKER_00: It saves it's gonna save you a ton of money later.
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  SPEAKER_00: Red flag number five is don't worry about the crack.
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  SPEAKER_00: You see a crack, the seller says, Oh, that's been there forever.
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  SPEAKER_00: It's not okay, maybe, but here's my rule: don't let somebody else's comfort become your financial wrist.
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  SPEAKER_00: Because just because that crack there, that means a lot.
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  SPEAKER_00: It means foundation and it means, you know, this is how steady.
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  SPEAKER_00: You know, not every crack means structural damage.
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  SPEAKER_00: But again, if you sign on a dollar line and you buy this home, it becomes your problem.
• 7:51
  SPEAKER_00: And some cracks are cosmetic, but some issues require further evaluations.
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  SPEAKER_00: That's why the inspection is crucial to you before you buy this home.
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  SPEAKER_00: If something that concerns you, have the appropriate professional evaluate that, especially when we're talking about foundation concerns and structural movement, significant cracking, uneven floors, you know, doors that don't close properly.
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  SPEAKER_00: You know, don't panic, but don't ignore it.
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  SPEAKER_00: And they some the seller has to disclose most of this stuff, but the seller disclosure is just a seller disclosure.
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  SPEAKER_00: You can't take it as the Bible.
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  SPEAKER_00: So you want to make sure that you get a proper inspection done on the major components of the home.
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  SPEAKER_00: Red flag number six, water, water everywhere.
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  SPEAKER_00: Okay, maybe not everywhere, but pay attention to signs of water.
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  SPEAKER_00: Look around under sinks, around toilets, near tubs, around the windows, ceilings, basement or crawl spaces, exterior walls.
• 8:58
  SPEAKER_00: Look for stains, soft spots, bubbling paint, mold-like growth, musty odor, and sometimes damaged flooring, signs of previous repairs.
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  SPEAKER_00: Water can be one of the most expensive problems in a house if the underlying source is not addressed.
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  SPEAKER_00: So that's why it's important for you to get an in-depth inspection on everything.
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  SPEAKER_00: Because once you sign, it belongs to you.
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  SPEAKER_00: The problem is yours.
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  SPEAKER_00: Red flag number seven: the neighborhood doesn't fit your life.
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  SPEAKER_00: This is one is huge because buyers get so focused on that house, they forget you're not just buying the house, you're buying the location.
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  SPEAKER_00: You might fall in love with a beautiful house in the neighborhood, but then realize your commute is terrible.
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  SPEAKER_00: The grocery store is far away, and the traffic is awful.
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  SPEAKER_00: Awful.
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  SPEAKER_00: You don't like the surrounding areas, the property doesn't fit your lifestyle.
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  SPEAKER_00: For military families, think about where am I stationed.
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  SPEAKER_00: How long will I realistically get there to base?
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  SPEAKER_00: What's the commute if I transfer what happens to this property?
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  SPEAKER_00: Would this house work as a rental or an investment later?
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  SPEAKER_00: That's a strategic thinking, right?
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  SPEAKER_00: Before you go ahead and buy the home.
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  SPEAKER_00: Those are some thoughts that to remember.
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  SPEAKER_00: The next red flag is HOA drama.
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  SPEAKER_00: HOA drama.
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  SPEAKER_00: Look, I am a realtor.
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  SPEAKER_00: I've been through all of this.
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  SPEAKER_00: The HOA drama can hold up a closing.
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  SPEAKER_00: Trust me on that.
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  SPEAKER_00: And that's just another podcast.
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  SPEAKER_00: But pay attention to the HOA drama and how long it takes for you to get your paperwork back to the title company because they have to close out on HOA fees.
• 10:46
  SPEAKER_00: You know, are you back?
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  SPEAKER_00: You have a backlog on HOA.
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  SPEAKER_00: Do you owe them?
• 10:50
  SPEAKER_00: This is incredible.
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  SPEAKER_00: So this would be on the next episode, matter of fact.
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  SPEAKER_00: HOA drama.
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  SPEAKER_00: Let's talk about it.
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  SPEAKER_00: HOA can be perfectly reasonable, right?
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  SPEAKER_00: But you need to understand what you're buying into before purchasing, investigate the association documents and financial obligations applicable to the property.
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  SPEAKER_00: You know, find out what are the dues, uh, what are special special assessments, what are the rules of the HOA?
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  SPEAKER_00: And there are are there rental restrictions?
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  SPEAKER_00: And are there restrictions on things like parking, exterior changes, or pets?
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  SPEAKER_00: Because imagine buying the house of your dream and then discovering, oh, I'm not allowed to do this, I'm not allowed to do that.
• 11:33
  SPEAKER_00: I will tell you a quick story.
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  SPEAKER_00: I live in a HOA, and my daughter parked on the side of the road, and the next thing I know, a tow truck was pulling up to tow her car.
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  SPEAKER_00: Now, this is she was on the side of the road in front of my house.
• 11:53
  SPEAKER_00: And the next thing I know, my neighbor called and said that a tow truck was trying to pull my daughter's car.
• 11:59
  SPEAKER_00: And it was terrible because the HOA called on my car.
• 12:05
  SPEAKER_00: And eventually we resolved it.
• 12:07
  SPEAKER_00: You know, the authorities came and then he said, Hey, do you have a warrant or anything like that?
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  SPEAKER_00: Or, you know, give me some paperwork and then let my daughter's car go.
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  SPEAKER_00: So those can be some, it's gonna be some drama with the HOA.
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  SPEAKER_00: Just be mindful of that.
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  SPEAKER_00: And please read those documents before you sound on the dotted line.
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  SPEAKER_00: Red flag number nine is the house has been sitting on the market forever.
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  SPEAKER_00: I'm talking forever.
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  SPEAKER_00: And there is a reason why.
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  SPEAKER_00: Now, this is one is interesting, right?
• 12:35
  SPEAKER_00: A house sitting on the market for a long time isn't automatically a bad uh sign or a bad property.
• 12:43
  SPEAKER_00: There could be many issues.
• 12:45
  SPEAKER_00: Maybe the seller price is too high and he won't lower the price.
• 12:49
  SPEAKER_00: He's debating, he won't believe the the real estate agent, you know, and he just have that as a high price, which is probably unreasonable.
• 12:57
  SPEAKER_00: Maybe the market changed, maybe the property has unusual features, you know, maybe financing is difficult, maybe there are conditions, issues, you know, or the seller isn't motivated.
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  SPEAKER_00: But when you see a property that's been sitting for a long time, these are some questions that you need to ask, you know, and probably you know, see why.
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  SPEAKER_00: You know, ask the question to the realtor, you know, have your realtor reach out to the real the listing agent and ask them why.
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  SPEAKER_00: Look at the listing history.
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  SPEAKER_00: Did they drop the price and they add the price back up?
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  SPEAKER_00: Did they increase the price?
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  SPEAKER_00: Did they decrease the price?
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  SPEAKER_00: You know, did they take it out the market?
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  SPEAKER_00: Look at price changes, look at comps, properties, find out what's happening.
• 13:37
  SPEAKER_00: Don't automatically assume nobody wants this house, but don't ignore the information either.
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  SPEAKER_00: So you and your realtor need to sit down and figure that out and make sure that you're comfortable purchasing that home.
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  SPEAKER_00: Red flag number 10.
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  SPEAKER_00: If you're being rushed, this is probably one of my biggest, I told you, biggest, biggest red flag.
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  SPEAKER_00: You're told you have to decide today to buy this property.
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  SPEAKER_00: There are five offers coming in, and woo-hoo, you guys got to decide whether you're gonna buy this house today.
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  SPEAKER_00: This is what they're telling you.
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  SPEAKER_00: Sign this right now.
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  SPEAKER_00: Don't worry about the inspection.
• 14:15
  SPEAKER_00: You don't need to read that.
• 14:17
  SPEAKER_00: You know, just buy this house, sign on the dotted line that we can close within 10 days, you know.
• 14:23
  SPEAKER_00: Slow down.
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  SPEAKER_00: Real estate can be emotional, and when you're emotional, it's easier to make decisions without thinking through the financial consequences.
• 14:32
  SPEAKER_00: A good real estate professional should help you understand your options and deadlines, but ultimately you need to make an informed decision, you know, because at the end of the day, if you buy this home, it becomes your problem.
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  SPEAKER_00: So signing today or tomorrow is not a good idea, it's not a good idea.
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  SPEAKER_00: Okay, so here's something I want every buyer to remember.
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  SPEAKER_00: When you're in the house hunting season, there are two different experiences happening.
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  SPEAKER_00: Your heart is saying, I love this house.
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  SPEAKER_00: I love this house.
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  SPEAKER_00: And then your brain needs to say, Let's check the numbers.
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  SPEAKER_00: Slow down, let's check the let's check the numbers, let's just make sure.
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  SPEAKER_00: You need both.
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  SPEAKER_00: It's okay to fall in love with a house, just don't let the house make you financially irresponsible because your emotion plus your brain is telling you one different things.
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  SPEAKER_00: So you want to be smart by buying a house.
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  SPEAKER_00: Now, before you get emotionally attached to a property, these are some things I tell my clients.
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  SPEAKER_00: I tell them, number one, what is the condition of the major systems?
• 15:42
  SPEAKER_00: You have to look at that, right?
• 15:44
  SPEAKER_00: So you look at the conditions, you've already done the inspection.
• 15:47
  SPEAKER_00: And then number two is are there signs of water intrusion within the home that you can see and also make sure that the inspector has reviewed this as well.
• 15:58
  SPEAKER_00: And what's going on with the roof?
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  SPEAKER_00: How old is the roof?
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  SPEAKER_00: Do you need to replace the roof?
• 16:03
  SPEAKER_00: You know, that inspector needs to actually go up on that roof, take pictures, and evaluate if this roof is in good shape.
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  SPEAKER_00: Trust me on this one.
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  SPEAKER_00: And how old is the HVAC?
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  SPEAKER_00: Trust me on that one.
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  SPEAKER_00: Because the HVAC is the heart of the home, right?
• 16:19
  SPEAKER_00: The air conditioner unit.
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  SPEAKER_00: How old is it?
• 16:22
  SPEAKER_00: You know, do you have any warranties that can you need sometimes you need just proof, you know, how old is that that HVAC?
• 16:30
  SPEAKER_00: And that is you hiring a plumber or HVAC person expert to look at the system.
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  SPEAKER_00: Because once you sign on the dollar line, it belongs to you.
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  SPEAKER_00: And are there structural concerns?
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  SPEAKER_00: You know, is it like cracks in the wall and things of that nature?
• 16:46
  SPEAKER_00: Is the flooring kind of limpy and bumpy?
• 16:49
  SPEAKER_00: What does the inspection reveal?
• 16:51
  SPEAKER_00: You know, because the inspector is going to give like a lot of pictures and they're gonna tell you line by line what's going on with every component, but you make sure that you read all that.
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  SPEAKER_00: And what does the neighborhood look right?
• 17:03
  SPEAKER_00: Look like, go to the neighborhoods at night and around the time the kids, you know, get off the bus or things of that nature.
• 17:11
  SPEAKER_00: You know, just drive around the neighborhood, you know, on off times, like maybe a Friday night or a Saturday night, just to see, hey, do they play a lot of music or is this something I can live with?
• 17:23
  SPEAKER_00: You know, these are some things that I tell my clients.
• 17:26
  SPEAKER_00: And what are the HOA rules and costs?
• 17:28
  SPEAKER_00: This can be a lot, you guys, because the HOA rules are kind of iffy, right?
• 17:34
  SPEAKER_00: It's most likely board members within is if within the neighborhood, you know, they may have conflict within themselves.
• 17:40
  SPEAKER_00: There's a lot of personality differences.
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  SPEAKER_00: Do they keep up with you know, accounting and all the things that have systems in place?
• 17:47
  SPEAKER_00: So you need to dig a little bit on the HOA.
• 17:50
  SPEAKER_00: Does the price make sense compared to the comp properties?
• 17:54
  SPEAKER_00: You know, these sellers are asking for$350,000, but the house is only worth$250,000.
• 18:01
  SPEAKER_00: So you need to make sure that you're just not just willy-nitty, hey, I'll sign this for$350,000 and you're gonna pay cash.
• 18:09
  SPEAKER_00: So you're without you, you you're losing a lot of money.
• 18:13
  SPEAKER_00: Can I comfortable afford the property number 10?
• 18:16
  SPEAKER_00: You know, you don't want to be housebroke where you say that you know, you bought this beautiful house, a mansion, sort of kind of, and then now you cannot even afford to buy furniture to put in this beautiful home.
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  SPEAKER_00: So those are some things that you need to really look at.
• 18:32
  SPEAKER_00: And would I still want this house if I couldn't see the pretty kitchen?
• 18:37
  SPEAKER_00: Okay, so those are some things that's a good question, right?
• 18:40
  SPEAKER_00: Because sometimes the kitchen is what gets you emotionally attached most of the time, because most of the time your family and your friends are they're they're congregating around that that that kitchen area.
• 18:51
  SPEAKER_00: So you want to make sure that you're comfortable and you can just visualize yourself with that kitchen with your family.
• 18:57
  SPEAKER_00: But the numbers and the condition determine whether the property makes sense.
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  SPEAKER_00: Okay.
• 19:03
  SPEAKER_00: So for my military listeners, don't only ask, can I afford this house while I'm stationed here?
• 19:09
  SPEAKER_00: Ask what happens if the military moves me.
• 19:12
  SPEAKER_00: That's a completely different question because you know, as military members, we always PCS a permanent change of duty on the unannounced sometimes, you know.
• 19:23
  SPEAKER_00: So you need to make sure that you can you receive orders two years.
• 19:27
  SPEAKER_00: Do you have a plan?
• 19:28
  SPEAKER_00: Can this house be rented?
• 19:30
  SPEAKER_00: You know, those are some things that you need to ask yourself before buying a home.
• 19:34
  SPEAKER_00: Would the rent reasonably cover your expenses?
• 19:37
  SPEAKER_00: Is the location desirable for the future renter?
• 19:40
  SPEAKER_00: Would selling make sense?
• 19:42
  SPEAKER_00: Nobody knows exactly what the future holds, but thinking ahead can make you a smarter real estate buyer and investor.
• 19:50
  SPEAKER_00: Now, before you leave, I have a challenge for you.
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  SPEAKER_00: Think about the last house you toured or the house you're thinking about buying.
• 19:57
  SPEAKER_00: How many of these red flags, flags did you notice?
• 20:01
  SPEAKER_00: And if you're getting ready to buy, send this episode to your real estate agent, spouse, family member, or friend.
• 20:10
  SPEAKER_00: This will benefit them before they start the process.
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  SPEAKER_00: Especially that person who walks in every house and says, Oh my God, I love it.
• 20:18
  SPEAKER_00: I love this house.
• 20:19
  SPEAKER_00: I want this house now.
• 20:20
  SPEAKER_00: You know, tell them, slow down.
• 20:22
  SPEAKER_00: Rena said, check the red flags first, and don't forget to follow me on Military Real Estate Rookie, Rena Baron Real Estate, leave me a five-star review.
• 20:34
  SPEAKER_00: Share this episode with anybody that is in the process of buying a home.
• 20:40
  SPEAKER_00: This is very good.
• 20:41
  SPEAKER_00: And if you have questions, send them to me at renabaron real estate at gmail.com.
• 20:48
  SPEAKER_00: Or you can do Rena Baron Real Estate on Instagram.
• 20:52
  SPEAKER_00: I'm here to listen and I'm also here to educate because I feel like if I knew what I know now, I would have made better decisions prior to this.
• 21:01
  SPEAKER_00: Because I want to know what real estate topics should I break down next.
• 21:07
  SPEAKER_00: So please, at the end of the day, buying a house isn't just about finding something beautiful, it's about finding something that makes sense for you and your family, your finances, and your future.
• 21:20
  SPEAKER_00: And don't be afraid to ask questions.
• 21:22
  SPEAKER_00: Talk to your lender, talk to your real estate agent, talk to the title company.
• 21:26
  SPEAKER_00: They're all there to help you.
• 21:28
  SPEAKER_00: And don't be afraid to slow down.
• 21:30
  SPEAKER_00: You don't have to sign on the data line at the very moment.
• 21:34
  SPEAKER_00: You have to make sure that you're comfortable in signing the contract.
• 21:38
  SPEAKER_00: So don't let anyone rush you into making a move right now, and don't let a beautiful kitchen distract you from a$20,000 problem after.
• 21:48
  SPEAKER_00: And so, with that, I'm Rena Baron, your host of Military Real Estate Rookie Show.
• 21:54
  SPEAKER_00: Thank you for listening.
• 21:56
  SPEAKER_00: If you learned something today, follow the podcast, leave a review, share this episode with somebody who needs it, who loves to buy a home, but they just don't know where to stop.
• 22:07
  SPEAKER_00: These can give you good information.
• 22:09
  SPEAKER_00: And remember, don't just buy real estate.
• 22:12
  SPEAKER_00: You buy, understand, real real estate.
• 22:15
  SPEAKER_00: I'll see you on the next episode.
• 22:17
  SPEAKER_00: This is Rena Barron, military real estate rookie out.