Finding the perfect place to move to
So that the search for the house of your dreams doesn't turn into your worst nightmare, pay attention to the advice we give you in this article.
Buying or renting a flat is a decision that cannot be taken lightly, not only because of the financial investment required, but also because of the time invested in the search. Given the wide range of properties on offer and the different channels for searching for a home, finding the ideal place can cost more than you might think. So that the search for the house of your dreams does not become your worst nightmare, pay attention to the advice we give you in this article.
1. Set a maximum budget
The first step in finding a flat is to set the maximum amount of money you are willing to pay. It is important to bear in mind that the final price of buying or renting a home will have to be added to certain costs such as home insurance, maintenance costs and, above all, taxes. For this reason, we advise you to leave a margin in your budget for these additional costs and, if necessary, consult your bank about the possibility of accessing a loan.
2. Make a list of priorities
Who wouldn't like to have a swimming pool and 4 bedrooms? Anyone would! But you have to be realistic, that's why we recommend you to make a list of what you really need and another with additional services that you would like to have in your home. It is important to prioritise needs and leave whims aside, as these tend to be the ones that increase the price of a property the most.
Alone or with help?
Nowadays it is easier to find a house by yourself thanks to the different online platforms for selling and renting flats. However, as these are quite high monetary investments, we advise you to look for a good real estate agent to help you in your search. Agents have more experience in the market than any private individual and are well versed in any financial or legal issues related to properties such as the Urban Leasing Law. They will advise you throughout the process and show you more options than you can find on your own on the Internet.
4. What about household supplies?
You probably haven't thought about this question, but believe me it is more important than you think. You have to make sure what is the current state of the energy supplies of the property because, if they are not in good condition, you will have to pay certain additional costs. When buying or renting a flat, there are two possible situations: that the supplies are either connected to the mains or that they have been disconnected. The first case is the most beneficial for the new tenant or owner, as it will only be necessary to request a change of ownership to put the electricity and gas contracts in their name. This procedure can be carried out by calling the supplier with which the service is to be contracted, although there are already many such companies, such as Iberdrola those that allow this modification to be made via the Internet.
On the other hand, if the supplies are de-registered, the new owner or tenant will have to pay the amount for the registration rights to the distribution company. This cost will depend, in the case of electricity, on the contracted power and, in the case of natural gas, on the access toll chosen for the installation. At the same time that the supply is registered, a specific tariff can be chosen with one of the numerous Spanish electricity marketing companies.
So remember, if you want to make the search for your perfect flat more bearable, follow these tips and above all: patience! This is the key to finding the ideal place.
