Buying In A Recession: What Is A Good Deal?

Buying In A Recession: What Is A Good Deal?
05-28-08

Anytime that you buy a piece of real estate you are probably quite concerned with getting a good deal. To some people getting a good deal has everything to do with the money that they pay. But of course, there are others who look at the big picture. When you are buying in a recession you need to consider what a good deal looks like, and what you should pass up for the time being.

Generally speaking, being able to determine a good deal from a bad one is based on your own personal expectations. As mentioned above, a good deal to you may mean something entirely different to the next buyer. You should have a checklist of things that you are hoping to accomplish when buying in a recession. Then as you are searching for a home you will be able to move from one point to the next.

Getting a good deal often times is translated by how much money you can get off of the asking price. During a recession, this is a good measuring stick because you should be able to save quite a bit of cash. In most cases, people who are buying in a recession expect to save anywhere from three to five percent off of what they would normally spend. This may not seem to be a good starting point in your part of the country, but you should know that this is what others are looking for.

Remember, buying in a recession is not all about money. Sure, you can save a bit if you find a seller who is willing to give into the market circumstances. But guess what? If you buy a home for a good price, but the property does not suit your needs, you are not really getting a good deal. The only thing you are doing is forcing yourself into something because there is a bit of extra savings available. All in all, you need to make sure that you do not get so caught up in the savings that are available.

Overall, buying in a recession is a great way to get a good deal in the real estate industry. But until you know what a good deal looks like you will have a hard time closing out the transaction.
Mark E. Moebius
Miljonair Homes
Custom home builder St. Louis
3451 St. Albans Rd.
St. Albans, MO 63073
636.300.9000