Many
homebuyers dream of owning a beautiful, modern, luxury home that is decked out
with all of the amenities. For those fortunate folks who are actually poised to
purchase such a home, however, careful consideration is essential. That’s why
I’ve laid out the following tips to help you find a luxury home that meets your
needs as well as your desires.
Beginning
your search
Sellers
of luxury homes often prefer to maintain a low profile. As a result, their
homes may go unlisted, making it difficult for you to find out when luxury
homes become available for sale. Hiring an experienced realtor - who has the
requisite connections - can give you a huge advantage when trying to track down
luxury homes on the market.
Looking
from above
While
seeing photos of a luxury home can give you a good idea of that home’s
architectural style and key features, you’ll want to do a bit more research
before you decide to attend an open house or book a showing. A good idea is to
type the address of the home into Google Maps Street View as well as Google
Earth. These tools will help you get a better picture of the home’s plot, yard
space, and overall landscaping. Not sure if a home has that pool you’ve always
wanted? Google has got you covered.
Smart
technologies
Considering
the price tag, it should be a given that the luxury home you’re looking for
will have modern flooring, fixtures, and other features, as well as the most
up-to-date appliances. However, to stay on the absolute cutting edge of home
technology, you should choose a luxury home that also comes equipped with an
automated control system. Such a system will allow you to adjust blinds, turn
lights on and off, adjust the temperature, and more, all from your smartphone.
Bathroom
basics
A
truly luxurious home will have a beautiful, high-tech bathroom. Popular options
include high-end jet tubs that can shoot sounds waves through the water, as
well as showers that can mimic falling rain. Electronic control panels on such
tubs and showers make adjusting temperatures and other settings a breeze.
