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Searching for and viewing real estate can be time-consuming and sometimes stressful tasks. A methodical organization can turn this step into an efficient and even enjoyable experience. Here's how to organize your real estate searches and visits to maximize your chances of success.
Plan and structure your research
Before you start looking for properties, it is crucial to plan your approach carefully. This helps you stay focused and not get overwhelmed by the volume of information.
Define your criteria
Start by making a clear list of your criteria. This includes:
Example: "We are looking for an 80 to 100 m² apartment with 3 bedrooms, a balcony, and less than a 15-minute walk from a metro station."
To go further:
Use search tools
Use specialized portals and sites to simplify your search. Set up alerts to receive notifications as soon as a property that matches your criteria goes live.
Recommended portals:
How to do it:
Learn about the market
Check out additional sources like agency showcases, real estate magazines, and talk to local agents to get an overview of the market.
To go further:
Define your criteria
Start by making a clear list of your criteria. This includes:
- Type of property : Apartment, house, loft, etc.
- Location : Neighborhoods, cities, specific areas.
- Surface : Minimum and maximum desired size.
- Number of rooms : Bedrooms, offices, bathrooms, etc.
- Other criteria : Garden, terrace, garage, proximity to transport, etc.
Example: "We are looking for an 80 to 100 m² apartment with 3 bedrooms, a balcony, and less than a 15-minute walk from a metro station."
To go further:
Use search tools
Use specialized portals and sites to simplify your search. Set up alerts to receive notifications as soon as a property that matches your criteria goes live.
Recommended portals:
- bienici.com
- immobilier.lefigaro.fr
- meilleursagents.com
- gabriel-france.fr
How to do it:
- Create an account on these sites.
- Set up email alerts or notifications for your criteria.
Learn about the market
Check out additional sources like agency showcases, real estate magazines, and talk to local agents to get an overview of the market.
To go further:
Organize and optimize your visits
Visiter un bien est une étape cruciale. Une bonne organisation vous permet de comparer les biens efficacement et de garder une trace claire de chaque visite.
Planifiez vos journées de visites
Regroupez vos visites sur une ou deux journées pour optimiser votre temps. Essayez de visiter plusieurs biens dans la même zone géographique lors de chaque sortie.
Conseils :
Préparez vos questions
Avant chaque visite, préparez une liste de questions sur le bien :
Exemple de questions : "Quelles sont les charges mensuelles ? Y a-t-il des travaux de toiture ou de façade prévus par la copropriété ?"
Documentez chaque visite
Après chaque visite, documentez vos impressions pour pouvoir comparer les biens plus tard. Prenez des notes sur :
Exemple : "Appartement lumineux avec un grand balcon. Cuisine à rénover. Quartier calme mais éloigné des commerces."
Prenez aussi des photos (avec autorisation) et des mesures des pièces pour voir comment vos meubles s'y intégreront. Utilisez un tableau de suivi pour regrouper ces informations.
Planifiez vos journées de visites
Regroupez vos visites sur une ou deux journées pour optimiser votre temps. Essayez de visiter plusieurs biens dans la même zone géographique lors de chaque sortie.
Conseils :
- Prenez rendez-vous à l'avance : Contactez les agents ou propriétaires pour fixer des créneaux de visite.
- Préparez un itinéraire : Planifiez vos déplacements pour minimiser le temps perdu en trajet.
Préparez vos questions
Avant chaque visite, préparez une liste de questions sur le bien :
- Historique du bien : Depuis combien de temps est-il sur le marché ? Y a-t-il eu des rénovations récentes ?
- Charges et frais : Quels sont les frais de copropriété ou de charges ?
- État général : Y a-t-il des travaux à prévoir ? Comment est l’isolation ?
Exemple de questions : "Quelles sont les charges mensuelles ? Y a-t-il des travaux de toiture ou de façade prévus par la copropriété ?"
Documentez chaque visite
Après chaque visite, documentez vos impressions pour pouvoir comparer les biens plus tard. Prenez des notes sur :
- L’état du bien : Propreté, usure, aménagement.
- L’environnement : Calme, commodités, voisinage.
- Les aspects positifs et négatifs : Points forts et inconvénients perçus.
Exemple : "Appartement lumineux avec un grand balcon. Cuisine à rénover. Quartier calme mais éloigné des commerces."
Prenez aussi des photos (avec autorisation) et des mesures des pièces pour voir comment vos meubles s'y intégreront. Utilisez un tableau de suivi pour regrouper ces informations.
Cyril POTTIER
Analyze, compare properties, and benefit from the support of a real estate agent
After visiting several properties, take the time to compare your notes and impressions to assess which one best suits your needs. The support of a real estate agent can also bring you considerable added value, especially in the context of a search mandate.
Classify assets
Classify properties according to your priorities and criteria. This will help you clearly see which one best suits your needs.
Example:
Give feedback on your visits
After each visit, check in with your real estate agent to discuss the positive and negative points of the properties visited. This will help him refine his search to offer you properties that are even more suited to your criteria.
Example: "Apartment A has a nice light and a good location, but needs to renovate the kitchen. What other similar properties can you offer?"
Take advantage of the support of a real estate agent
Signing a search mandate with a real estate agent can greatly facilitate your process:
Example of services included:
Organizing your property searches and visits in a methodical way will allow you to find the ideal property more quickly and efficiently. By planning your search, optimizing your visits, and benefiting from the support of a real estate agent as part of a search mandate, you will be better prepared to make an informed decision.
We hope that these tips will help you organize your research and visits in an optimal way. Feel free to contact us with any questions or for further advice.
Classify assets
Classify properties according to your priorities and criteria. This will help you clearly see which one best suits your needs.
Example:
- Top 1: Apartment A (90 m², bright, good location)
- Top 2: House B (120 m², more space, but noisy area)
Give feedback on your visits
After each visit, check in with your real estate agent to discuss the positive and negative points of the properties visited. This will help him refine his search to offer you properties that are even more suited to your criteria.
Example: "Apartment A has a nice light and a good location, but needs to renovate the kitchen. What other similar properties can you offer?"
Take advantage of the support of a real estate agent
Signing a search mandate with a real estate agent can greatly facilitate your process:
- Targeted search: The agent is responsible for searching for properties that match your criteria and informs you as soon as they are available.
- Access to exclusive properties: Some properties are not yet on the public market, but available through the agent's network.
- Expertise and advice: The agent guides you through the steps of the purchase, from visits to negotiation, and up to the signing.
- Negotiation: The agent can help you make an appropriate offer and negotiate the best terms for your purchase.
Example of services included:
- Preparation of the necessary documents for the bids.
- Assistance with administrative procedures.
Organizing your property searches and visits in a methodical way will allow you to find the ideal property more quickly and efficiently. By planning your search, optimizing your visits, and benefiting from the support of a real estate agent as part of a search mandate, you will be better prepared to make an informed decision.
We hope that these tips will help you organize your research and visits in an optimal way. Feel free to contact us with any questions or for further advice.
Posted on 18/06/2024 by
Cyril POTTIER
Entrepreneur and founder of the agency GABRIEL FRANCE, my career began in the field of accounting, but my passion for real estate led me to this captivating adventure. With GABRIEL FRANCE, we bring our expertise to every stage of real estate, from purchase to sale, including rental management. Through each transaction, our goal is simple: to ensure your satisfaction.
