We discuss everything that a new home buyer should practice:
- Take it easy: When you buy a house, there must be a few things that you would want to change or add to your dream house. A piece of new furniture, a modern bathroom fitting or interior design to make your home look more attractive. However, it is advised by the experts that one should take it easy for a while after buying a house. When you live in a house, you learn slowly the things that you require and need. It is always a good idea to wait for a few months and prioritize the needs and then get to the action.
- Carefully follow the interest rates: Your work and responsibility do not end with buying a house. One needs to keep a closer eye on the interest rates and make sure that your investment is fetching your right output. The RBI has been on a repo rate reduction spree since last year, and the banks have failed to pass the benefit to the homebuyer. It is expected that this year the banks will reduce their home loan rates further. The homebuyers can negotiate with the banks for a reduced home loan when that happens.
- Don’t let the idea of home loan burden you: After one has settled in their home, and the reality hits that one is under debt for a very long time, it can cause anxiety and discomfort. Though it is a responsibility to make sure you are paying your bills and EMIs every month, don’t let it make you feel like it is something that you need to get over with soon. The banks allow the pre-payment of the loan but do not let yourself think that paying the loan early will help you in future. It might not leave enough savings for you.
- Invest your money right: The extra savings that you have, use it to invest in bonds, mutual funds or another investment area. The return from these can help you in paying a lot of your home loan together. However, it is essential to make sure you have saved enough for your future and retirement.
- Look for better options: The times are gone when a buyer settled with just one home. The buyers are now looking for an upgrade every few years, and it is only understandable if they want to sell their already self-owned home to move into a new house. Looking for better options is an excellent way to keep your spirits high over a new property.