Real estate agent Stacey Thomas recounts her experience moving from Montana to Massachusetts while pregnant, necessitating the purchase of a home sight unseen. Compelled by a fast-moving market, they relied on virtual tours and their agent’s expertise. Thomas successfully closed on a home before her due date, demonstrating that with diligence and knowledge, buying remotely can be feasible. Having done it twice, she offers insights into necessary considerations for potential buyers, underscoring that being informed about the area is crucial in such transactions.
Know the area; chances are, if you're buying sight unseen, there are chances you have family or friends nearby to assist in the transition.
We wanted to use the proceeds from the sale in Montana with enough time to close, move in, and settle before my due date, which was only three months from then.
At that time, the market in Massachusetts was moving very quickly, and homes were going under contract after only a couple of days on the market.
Our house in Montana went under contract with a few short weeks to close and then we were off to the Northeast.
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