I think were on a roll . .
6 days ago
We’ve found an amazing building, now we are starting to sort out the finances.
Oh my goodness, I think were going to buy an apartment . . . :-)
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How to buy an apartment
It made me
Excited!
 "So much fun! "
How I did it: I visited a lot of areas until I found the one that endeared me the most. I concentrated on my favourite area and went to every open house to get an idea of quality and prices in the area, even though I didn't have enough money to buy yet. Lessons & tips: Do your homework on property prices before you buy. Resources: Property websites, bank websites. |
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It made me
uncertain 
How I did it: I have a friend who is also a realtor, and he found all the places for me to look at. I finally weighed the pros and cons of the ones I liked, and chose one! I'm both happy and sad about the purchase. My mom has been pushing me forever to buy a place, so I kind of feel like I did it for her. I was also in a bad living situation at the time, so I wasn't sure what other options I had but to keep bouncing around from one temporary rental to … Read how I did it…
It made me
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It made me
fulfilled
How I did it: Be really clear about what you need Be clear on what you won't compromise on Be clear on what you can afford monthly and whatyou're comgfortable paying Look hard, everywhere, as many places as possible Put in an offer and negotiate. Get financing Arrange utilities....... Arrange renovatons if needed Buy furniture Check lead times for everything and plan around it. Move in!!! Read how I did it…
It made me
happy overall
How I did it: Moving back to my parents place to save money helped a lot. That helped me to pay off debts I had at the time, go on a big holiday, and then save for a deposit.I also subscribed to property search websites, where each day I would get an email with a list of property search results on apartments that met my criteria. It was motivating to get these emails because it was a reminder everyday on staying focused on what you want. Read how I did it…
It made me
feel accomplished.
How I did it: I moved home from college and moved in with my parents while I looked for places. I didn't just take the first option that came along. I talked to family and friends for advice and found a place that I could afford. Read how I did it…
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Apartment shopping
1 week ago
Apartment shopping gives you so much to think about . . .
its a big decision to make, hopefully when we find the right one, the decision wont be so hard :-)
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I'm so ready to buy my own apartment
1 month ago
Next year when I graduate, get a real job and a steady income…
NitaP is wondering if she can mark her progress on 43things.com.
Buy an apartment
1 month ago
I want my own little place, real bad!
happiest ever
3 months ago
when I first saw de apartment I knew that it would be mine ;~
and yesterday, after I signed the papers, I would like to run like ‘Phoebe running style’ hahaha, but I couldn´t
galleta9999 is sleeping
Un lugar para renacer
3 months ago
It’s a goal for the future. But I already know how it will look like. It’s going to be a gorgeous small apartment full with colors in a great city (I havent decided if Im going to live here in Mexico City or another big city)...
It will be something like this:
http://gallery.apartmenttherapy.com/photo/111307dan/01_livingroom_3
paige25 is watching Becker on DVD
Offer accepted
10 months ago
I’ve had an offer accepted and have applied for a mortgage. I’m just waiting to hear that it’s all gone through ok now and then I will officially be a home-owner! Yay!
Untitled
10 months ago
Make a list of requirements and “nice to haves”
Set a budget.
Organize our finances (separate goal)
Pre-view some apartments in areas where we’re interested
Refine requirements
paige25 is watching Becker on DVD
Buying a flat
10 months ago
I’m in negotiations to buy a flat at the moment, going back and forth with offers and counter-offers. I’ll be glad when this is all over!!
Aqua418 is falling asleep at her desk
growing up
10 months ago
I suppose I just feel like owning a place, something I can call my own, makes me feel like I am really taking care of myself (or ourselves, since I’m married). That we have a grounded place in the world. I can do whatever I want to the place—paint, artworks, etc etc…and it’s okay.
