Tips For Home Buyers #3

Check your cellular phone coverage.

Imagine you just closed on a new home and have been handed the keys. Maybe the moving van is out front and you're starting to unpack some boxes. You couldn't be more excited. Perhaps you want to share your excitement, so you call a friend or loved one.

But wait a minute. What? This can't be. Nooooooooo!

Not a pleasant time discover that you receive little or no signal on your cell phone at the new house. I recommend checking to make sure you get decent reception at any house you're considering before signing a contract. To some, this may only be a minor factor in choosing the right house. But, if you're like me and don't use a landline, it could be something you need to seriously consider.

It only takes a second, so next time you're at a showing or open house, make sure to check how many bars your getting while walking through the house.

Posted by Mike Cromie on Beyond Realty - St. Louis Real Estate Blog.