5 Things to consider when buying a home in Nigeria

When buying a house, everyone has priorities, preferences, and a budget. Although, the buying process is sometimes complex, and it’s easy to get off track, but having the right information helps make the process easier, and allows you to make informed decisions.

So, if you are thinking of purchasing a home, here are 5 things you should consider before buying a home. 

Location
The location of the home within the neighborhood is also important to many people. Some people prefer a lot near the main entry, while others like to be away from traffic and further into the development.
As a prospective homeowner, you want to find a home in a location that allows easy access to the places you frequent the most (work, school, shopping mall, recreation, place of worship, friends, and family), a place that allows for easy access to the main roads.

Checking this out before a purchase can help save you from hassles getting out of the neighborhood and onto the main thoroughfare or from an unreasonably long commute. One of the best locations to live in is the Periwinkle Lifestyle Estate, which shares proximity with high-end malls, schools, workplaces, and allows an easy commute to anywhere you want to be.

Budget
If you feel like you’re ready to buy a house, the first question you’re likely to ask yourself is “how much can I afford?”

You need to ask yourself what the true cost of your purchase is. Take time to calculate the cost of repairs, the cost of purchasing extra furniture and fitting, the cost of maintenance, and so on before you take the buying step.

The amount you’re willing to spend on a home determines the type of home you’re going to purchase.
So whether you’re paying outrightly, in installments, or with a mortgage plan, whichever you choose, we will help you find a package that suits your lifestyle and budget.

The type of house
Do you have visions of living in a traditional home in the suburbs, one with a big yard and a houseful of kids and pets? Maybe your spouse likes the idea of in-town living, a condo within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Do you envision a basement or garage where you could have a workshop or space for a home office?

Whether you want a terrace, an apartment, a villa home, a maisonette, or even a penthouse, the one place you can get any type of home you need is Periwinkle Lifestyle Estate, which consists of beautifully crafted homes and apartments just for you.Number of bedrooms
Everyone has an idea of how many bedrooms they would need and like, most people will want at least two, and if there are children, the number increases.If you have a large family, the more rooms, the better. Some families like their kids to share bedrooms, while others like separate bedrooms for each to accommodate different bedtimes and study habits. If you have regular visitors for any length of time, it’s nice to have a bedroom that is designated as a guest room.An extra bedroom often doubles as an office, den, kids’ playroom, or exercise room. Many hobbies can require working space and storage for supplies, and an extra bedroom serves this purpose well, if you’re looking to buy a home with either one, two, three, or four bedrooms, we have a home for you at Periwinkle.

Home repairs and maintenance
Some of the hidden costs of homeownership are in repairs and maintenance. When thinking about how much house you can afford, consider these costs before you commit to a monthly payment that will take your entire budget. What happens if the air conditioning needs to be replaced, the roof leaks, or the refrigerator dies?

Consider putting money aside every month to cover those home emergencies, which will crop up more often than you think.

Are you thinking of buying a home? Then contact us today! 

Whatever decision you make, we at Periwinkle through our team of sales experts will be happy to help you make the right decision for your future.

We have the right home for you! Whether it’s a terrace, villa, or a penthouse whichever you choose, we have the perfect home that would suit your budget, lifestyle, and retirement plans.

We have helped many Nigerians both home and abroad become homeowners and we can help you do the same.

To learn more, contact our team of sales experts on 08105709922, or  visit www. periwinkleresidences.com
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