In the world of real estate you might not think that peer pressure is something to really think about or even worry about.  However, it can actually be a major issue in the housing industry.

Peer pressure can come in many shapes and sizes and from pretty much any direction.  Often times we see buyers that are new to the home buying process being instructed by friends, family and even their Realtor on what homes  they should make an offer on. Don’t get me wrong, giving honest advice is part of a Realtors job and discussing your options and interests with friends and family is a plus and is even encouraged, but don’t let others make the final decision for you.

You, the buyer, need to be in charge of that decision.  What happens is when a buyer is pressured into making an offer and purchasing a home, they end up disliking the home in the end.  When they bought the home they thought it was nice and fit their budget and needs, but it was the pressure from others that forced them to finally decide on a particular home and not the overwhelming desire of theirs to own that specific home.  Sometime even  a Realtor can pressure a buyer into making an offer.  This usually happens when you have a buyer that just has not seen that special home yet.  The Realtor may start to push the buyer in one direction or another.  Don’t let that happen.

Buying a home is one of, if not the biggest purchase one can make.  The decision to make that purchase and be responsible for it MUST come from those that will be living there and making those payments.  You don’t want to buy a home that you were pressured into purchasing and absolutely hate it.

A professional and honest Realtor will work with you, give you honest and sound advice, make suggestions, answer questions, give opinions and be on your team the whole way through, but will never walk you into a corner and a pressured purchase.  You want to find a home you will love living in and a home that suits your needs and wants, not a home others think you should live in.

Tim Brown
Owner/Broker, Realtor®, ABR,CRS,CDPE®
Auctioneer NCAL#8560
Hines & Associates Realty
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