A property will always be one of your biggest investments, and getting one can be very daunting. This is why there are real estate experts you can turn into for help especially if this investment is a big part of your hard-earned money.
Real estate agents are present to assist you and give you some useful advice when it comes to purchasing a property. They can help recommend neighborhoods that fit your preferences, find you a property that best fits your budget, but most importantly, help you get a better – if not best deal.
Once you’ve fully decided that you’re ready to take a property and put some of your salary into its monthly dues, it is important that you thoroughly scrutinize the one you are about to buy. A tripping on the site you’re eyeing to purchase is one of the necessary steps before you lock the deal with your signature. But aside from your personal research and observation on your future property, what are other important things to ask your realtor before purchasing it?
Is there signal or connectivity here?
This factor is important as everything now seems to be online. Signal reception should be readily available because this is vital in connecting with your loved ones, friends, and colleagues. You also don’t want to feel secluded from the city because of poor connectivity or no connectivity at all.
You may also want to inquire early on about the internet providers that can cater to your city, so as to give you an idea of the plans you can avail to stay connected online.
In Antipolo, there are several internet providers now building ground. There are some areas with FIBR connections already such as Cottonwoods, and a great news for everyone – satellites such as Ultera is an option for better connectivity. Converge is already operational as well.
Where does the sun rise and fall?
Depending on your preference, it is important to know where the sun rises and where it sets, so you can also design your house according to it. For someone who wants some natural light to come in, it is important that your property faces the direction where the sun shines. On the other hand, if you’d want otherwise, you will have to choose a property facing the opposite direction.
How’s the security of this place?
Paying for a property also means you have to ensure its security. It always pays to be careful, so with your next property, you need to make sure that the community your house will be built in is a safe and secure place for you and your family.
With many subdivisions and villages in Antipolo, security is absolutely a top priority. Unlike in Metro Manila where only big gated subdivisions enjoy high level security, Antipolo offers you a peace of mind and assurance that security is comparable to that of the gates in Forbes Park or Ayala Alabang. The best way to know if we’re telling the truth? Ask your future neighbors!
Is there any flooding history here?
Flooding is one of the major concerns of homeowners in the Philippines. Most of the time, a disaster is about to unfold when a seemingly unending heavy rain starts. When choosing a property to purchase, therefore, it should be one of your main concerns to ensure that your location is flood-free.
Highly elevated topographies are at an advantage to this, an example of which is Antipolo. It is a no-brainer that floods are not a problem here as the city is 156m above sea level. There is also rich vegetation in this city, which means there are enough greens to absorb the heavy rains.
What are the up-and-coming developments in the area?
Since your realtors are well-versed about the overall market conditions of the property you’re eyeing, it is useful to ask them this question so you would know the investment opportunity you’re expecting. Ongoing infrastructure developments like roads, transportation hubs, and commercial establishments can eventually drive up the prices of properties within the area, and it is worthwhile to see if your investment would quickly appreciate over time.
For the ongoing developments affecting Antipolo, you may check out our Youtube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_riLfdjwM4&t=4s
While you may easily choose the property you want to purchase all by yourself, and you’re confident in doing so after doing an extensive research, having a real estate agent to guide you through the process can absolutely save you time, and help you take into consideration other aspects you might not see online. It would also be useful if you choose a realtor that is very well-versed on the area you’re prospecting, so that you get a better picture of your next neighborhood and get some invaluable insights for your investment.