{"id":77955,"date":"2018-01-25T17:00:28","date_gmt":"2018-01-25T10:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.siamlandbank.com\/propertynews\/property-news\/a-young-couples-guide-to-buying-a-first-home\/"},"modified":"2018-01-25T17:03:29","modified_gmt":"2018-01-25T10:03:29","slug":"a-young-couples-guide-to-buying-a-first-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.siamlandbank.com\/propertynews\/property-news\/a-young-couples-guide-to-buying-a-first-home\/","title":{"rendered":"A young couple\u2019s guide to buying a first home"},"content":{"rendered":"


\nThe most affordable homes in Singapore are generally HDB flats.
\nFor young couples, buying their first home can be a daunting task. To help them make better property decisions,\u00a0PropertyGuru\u00a0has listed three tips to guide them as they make one of the most important purchases in their lives.
\n1) Set clear priorities\u00a0
\nWhen buying your first house, focus on what\u2019s truly important to you and your partner. Hence, ask yourselves some questions to narrow down the search for your dream home.
\nDo you want a big unit\u00a0in anticipation for a big family, or are both of you content with a small one? Should it be located close\u00a0to your parents or\u00a0workplace?\u00a0Is it\u00a0within proximity\u00a0to amenities such as good schools,\u00a0or are there any nearby parks\u00a0or playgrounds?
\n2) Buy within your means
\nNobody wants to experience\u00a0buying\u00a0a home\u00a0that subsequently gets\u00a0foreclosed by a bank. Thus, it\u2019s vital to determine your family\u2019s budget for housing.
\nFor Singaporeans, the most affordable units are typically HDB flats\u00a0followed by\u00a0executive condominiums. The wealthy have other options like private condos\u00a0and landed homes.
\n3) Hire a property agent
\nAlthough you will save on\u00a0the commission\u00a0by not engaging a property agent, it\u2019s advisable to hire one, especially if you and your partner have not bought a home before.
\nWith an agent, your family will save a considerable amount of time in the home-buying process.\u00a0Not only will they\u00a0bring you to view\u00a0units\u00a0that fit\u00a0your family\u2019s needs, they will\u00a0also handle all paperwork\u00a0involved in the sale\u00a0due to their in-depth knowledge of the relevant rules.\u00a0Furthermore, they will look out for your\u00a0interest and provide advice on\u00a0possible issues such as\u00a0hidden defects.
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\nSource : proppertyguru.com.sg\/Property Market
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