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How many homes should I look at before purchasing one?

Asked by Anonymous | Sandstone, MN| 07-13-2021| 1,377 views|Buying|Updated 3 years ago

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Octavio MorenoNovice6 Answers
Octavio Moreno

HomeSmart AV · Lancaster, CA

(25 reviews)
I don't think there is a specific number, as soon as the agent that is helping you find out exactly how your dream home is, next will be really easy to find a home you will fall in love it
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07-14-2021 (4 years ago)··
Madalina TutuianuNovice3 Answers
Madalina Tutuianu

Keller Williams - Atlantic Shore · Northfield, NJ

(18 reviews)
I used to average 10 homes per client before we found "the one" . It's definitely very important to know what are you looking for and go for the one that fits your needs.
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07-14-2021 (4 years ago)··
Lisa Carter,Novice3 Answers
Lisa Carter,

RE/MAX Results · Brooklyn Park, MN

(76 reviews)
There’s no exact number of homes you should see before making an offer. For some buyers it might be 3–5 homes, while others may look at 10–20 or more before they feel confident moving forward. What matters more than the number of homes is how clearly you understand your priorities and how well each property compares to what’s available in the market. Many buyers start to notice a pattern after a few showings. They begin to understand things like: • What features they truly care about vs. what they can compromise on • How homes in their price range compare • What feels like a good value versus what feels overpriced
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03-13-2026 (1 month ago)··
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Edna Jamieson WoodNovice2 Answers
Edna Jamieson Wood

Wainwright & Co. Realtors · Moneta, VA

(58 reviews)
Hi Marlene. I have had clients that I have shown 1 home to and it was "the one for them"! I have had clients that looked at more homes than I can count until they found "The one for them". I tell my customers, I am very patient. We all know what is just right for us and you will know it when you see it! I don't think you should put a minimum or maximum on yourself, unless your in a dire situation and need to find a home right away, I think you should see as many as it takes. (Tho the pickings can be slim right now) . Wishing you the very best of luck in your searches!
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07-15-2021 (4 years ago)··
Austin EatonNovice1 Answer
Austin Eaton

The Eaton Group, Brokered by Real · Lakeville, MN

It truly depends. You might want to buy the first home you see, but it’s highly unlikely. I expect a client to write their first offer somewhere between the 5th and 10th home they see.
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03-11-2026 (1 month ago)··
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