I've been successfully selling homes for 11 years, working patiently with buyers throughout the process of finding the perfect home, and feeling confident in my ability to quickly understand what is is important to them in their search. During this time, I've lived in the same home I bought 15 years ago, never feeling the desire to move. Last year, at 45 years old, I got married for the first (and last!) time, and now there are two of us to consider. We have through the process of elimination decided to remain in this house and to put our equity into a mountain house, always a dream for me. Not only am I a newlywed, suddenly, I've also become a Buyer!
I found a Realtor through the CRS Referral book, Andrea Reeves of Regency Properties in West Jefferson, NC, and told her from the beginning that I could be a nightmare. Having worked before with relocating Realtors, I know that our expectations are very high. What I didn't expect was the compromise needed between husband and wife on what we were looking for! He wants new, I want "rustic", I want views, he doesn't really care about views. We find new with views, but it's not secluded enough for me, we find secluded new with views, and it's not large enough for him. We've searched on 2 different weekends, and each time come away frustrated with each other. I feel sure the right house will come along, and as our price range inches up each weekend it no doubt will! But the reality of being in Buyer's shoes with the fear and uncertainty of making the right investment decision is very daunting and eye-opening! This is actually going to be a very good lesson for me!
Luckily Andrea is very patient and knows the area like the back of her hand, and she shares the same selling philosophies that I have. We'll try not to drive her crazy too quickly!
I'll keep you posted on the process!
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