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Originally Posted by MplsPete
Maybe I should clarify my original question now:
How do you go about buying a (preowned) home in a community 1500 miles away from where you live?
Thanks to all who share their experiences.
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It's much easier in The Villages, than it is anywhere else.
Their are limited models to choose from. Narrow down your preferred area and they'll be a zillion home that will meet your needs. Given the current inventory, you'll have to problem finding one that suits your needs. Given you're going to end up painting and doing a few other upgrades, one is about the same as the next.
You'll need 2 brokers, one MLS, one from The Villages. Because of the way the MLS system works in TV, that's the only way to see the entire inventory. The MLS inventory, you can view online at a number of sites.
When the time comes to actually buy, set up 8-10 homes to view ... one will be right.. A day or two is all you'll need.
Assuming you're paying cash and selling a home to generate funds, open an Equity Line on the home you're selling. The cost is usually under $500 and you'll have cash available when you're ready to make a move, independent of whether your home is sold. That said, you really need to price the home you're selling, on the money.
Eazy peezy, lemon squeezy.