{"id":10050,"date":"2024-06-10T14:23:01","date_gmt":"2024-06-10T13:23:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/?p=10050"},"modified":"2024-06-10T14:23:01","modified_gmt":"2024-06-10T13:23:01","slug":"engage-your-senses-the-ultimate-home-buying-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/engage-your-senses-the-ultimate-home-buying-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Engage Your Senses: The Ultimate Home Buying Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Buying a home is a huge undertaking\u00a0that many property hunters find exciting \u2013 but also a bit scary.<\/span><\/h3>\n

With so much at stake, what if you make an offer you later regret?<\/p>\n

Or what if you don\u2019t make an offer and miss out on a great deal?<\/p>\n

If you often feel indecisive at viewings, here\u2019s some advice on letting your five senses guide you.<\/p>\n

Your sense of sight, smell, hearing, touch and taste will provide you with a wealth of information to help you make the right choice.<\/p>\n

Sight: First impressions count<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Before you step through the front door, pay attention to the outside of the property. Look at the neighbourhood, street cleanliness and landscaping, as these elements contribute to a home\u2019s potential resale value. Once inside, take note of the level of natural light.\u00a0A well-lit home feels warm and welcoming.<\/p>\n

Smell: The subtle persuader<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

As this week is Aromatherapy Week (8 \u2013 14 June), it would be remiss of us not to mention the power of smell. While pleasant aromas can subtly influence buyers positively, the smell of pets, cigarettes, garlic or damp laundry can be a turn-off. If you dislike these scents, remember that they\u2019re easy to address once you move in.<\/p>\n

Hearing: The overlooked sense<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Noise levels in and around the property can impact your living experience. Listen for traffic noise, neighbours and any potential disturbances. A quiet, peaceful environment can be a\u00a0major\u00a0drawcard.<\/p>\n

Touch: Materials matter<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Take note of the materials used for countertops and flooring. High-quality materials not only last longer but also add to the aesthetic appeal and comfort of the home. During viewings, touch surfaces to assess their quality and condition.<\/p>\n

Taste: The culinary space<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

While taste might not directly apply to home buying, the kitchen\u2019s design and functionality can influence it. A well-designed kitchen that appeals to enthusiastic cooks can be a significant selling point. This space should feel functional and inviting.<\/p>\n

In isolation, the five senses are helpful, but when combined, they\u2019re invaluable when assessing the merits of a potential new home.<\/p>\n

We have a nose for helping people find the right homes. Contact us to find out more.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Buying a home is a huge undertaking\u00a0that many property hunters find exciting \u2013 but also a bit scary. With so much at stake, what if you make an offer you later regret? Or what if you don\u2019t make an offer and miss out on a great deal? If you often feel indecisive at viewings, here\u2019s […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":10051,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","_themeisle_gutenberg_block_has_review":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,1],"tags":[8,28],"class_list":["post-10050","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-making-the-most-of-your-home","category-moving-home-advice-and-guidance","tag-advice","tag-selling"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10050","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10050"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10050\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10052,"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10050\/revisions\/10052"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10051"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10050"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10050"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10050"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}