Buying a home without regret starts with an honest self-assessment of your motivation. Before you jump into the escrow process , you need to analyze where your emotions and drive are coming from. Is this big, life-changing decision driven by a new child, a recent marriage, or simply a love for the neighborhood and architecture? Take the time to peel back the feelings and layers to fully understand your reasons for purchasing.
Once your intentions are clear, the next critical step is thorough due diligence. Make sure you hire professionals to inspect the property to avoid buying yourself problems. You also need to dig deep into title records and disclosures with your agent's help. Understanding things like lot lines (is the neighbor's fence on your property?) and the condition of the geology and roof is essential so that you feel safe and secure with the asset you are purchasing. If you analyze your reasons and understand your asset, you'll buy a house without regret.