In the spirit of the upcoming loving holiday, let’s chat home buying as a couple. What is more romantic than searching for a home that you and your significant other will grow old together in? Honestly, a lot of things. Buying and selling real estate can be a hassle. Tahoe Keys Realtor’s recommend working with a professional for a reason. A lot of unexpected things can pop up. With something as important as buying a home, you should make sure you know all your options. Now what if buying the home isn’t the issue-what if it is your partner that is getting in the way? If you are your sweetie cant agree on a home, check out these tips.

One person’s trash is another persons treasure. Your partner could adore a home based on aesthetics that you secretly feel is a bottomless pit of repairs lurking below the surface. There isn’t one dream home so do not fall victim to that thought process. Yes, one home may have the looks, but if it doesn’t have the guts, keep it moving. You can find a property that will look great and not need constant maintenance.

You both want different things. Thanks to HGTV’s Fixer Upper and Pinterest, people love the idea of a cheaper price tag and a DIY project. But not everybody. In fact, your partner may want new and turn key. Most of the time you can find a happy compromise, like a partially remodeled home that has half the work done for you. If this is not the case, consider doing most of the work load and offering that as a bargaining chip.

One of you has a taste for the finer things in life, while the other lives life on a budget. If you prefer more space in a nicer area like the Tahoe Key’s and your partner wants a smaller mortgage payment and square footage, you may need to negotiate that before you start dealing with seller’s. Each of you should make a list of your must haves and pick a property that is within your price range and matches all the amenities on both of your “need” list.

For more information on buying or selling your Tahoe Keys home, call Peter Delilli at 530-308-4331.