Common Mistakes First Time Home Buyers Make

The entrance of any property whether it is a house, apartment or office is very essential and one that creates the first impression of a place. The ancient science of Vaastu Shastra places high importance on the main doorway of the home due to the fact it is the initial place from where either the positive or negative energy is carried thru. This energy that enters the home via the main door affects the wealth, happiness and health of those who reside in the property.

This is why buyers looking for properties look for details pertaining to the main door to check which direction the main door opens. It is considered that entrances in the East are good whereas the West and South entryways are not auspicious.

Below listed are some of the key points to consider when planning the décor space of the entrance of your residency.

CLOCKWISE OPENING

The main door should always open in clockwise direction since it is fathomed that anti clockwise movement of the main entranceway stagnates the progress of the family and crucial works.

ENTRANCE LIGHTING

Ensure the entrance of the main door is well lit to create a vibrant energy since a dark entrance attracts bad energy

CLEANLINESS OF ENTRANCEWAY

Always keep the entranceway of house clean and tidy to maintain a neat and beautiful atmosphere while also not having a dustbin nearby. It is safer to keep the footwear outdoor as it can be a carrier of negative energy from the outside world. A clean doormat could also be helpful in welcoming the visitors inside.

OPENING DIRECTION

The main door should always open inwards into the hallway and not outwards to the road.

OBSTRUCTION

There should be no obstructions like a wall right in the front after opening the main door and upon entering the home as it may block your probabilities of going forward in life.

CONDITION OF THE MAIN DOOR

The main door must have a threshold that is made out of either marble or wood. Also it is a must to ensure that there is no cracks, creaking or stuck doors as these are believed to be ill-omened and could stall the movement of your life.

Owning a dream home is everyone’s eventual goal. People invest their hard-earned money in a property to make their dream come true. So when trying to select the options available, one of the most pressing issue would be whether to buy a house with land, or a villa in a gated community or an Apartment.

CONVENIENCE & AMENITIES

Today most Sri Lankans prefer to invest their wealth into apartments in Sri Lanka such as in Colombo City due to the flexibility and facilities an apartment provides in terms of living. The major factor being able to commute easily to work, school and other essential facilities such as banks. Since many young professionals are migrating oversees, they find it easier to move their parents to a good apartment where in-house or access to nearby medical facilities is available and due to the security and convenience factors as well.

One of the superior aspect of apartment living is that residents get to enjoy a range of premium amenities that enriches living experience such as Gym, Swimming Pool, BBQ Terrace, Yoga Deck, Recreational indoor and outdoor sports activities within the premises. This shift is a deliberate choice made due to the evolving preferences towards urban living in Sri Lanka.

FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLANS BY DEVELOPERS

Unlike buying a house with land where you need to invest upfront or go for a Bank Loan with higher interest rates along with a huge down payment, most of the new upcoming apartments in Colombo and Suburb Cities offer flexible payment plans such as 10-20% Reservation fee along with 1% interest-free monthly payment of the property value for 2 to 3 years and then the final remaining balance to be paid in bulk. This gives buyers the freedom to manage their cash flow and investments to make the payments and own the property hassle-free.

MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS

Imagine you buying a home with land and building a swimming pool, gym, a tennis court and a billiard table in-doors and having to do landscaping and garden maintenance, plus maintain the pool etc on top of the maintenance of the house such as the roof… sooner you will be burdened with the cost and workload of shouldering many responsibilities involved in each stage of property maintenance. On the other hand, in apartments you get to enjoy all these facilities well-kept and maintained hassle-free by the developer for a nominal monthly service fee.

SECURITY

Another most vital factor when selecting an apartment is the security in offers for the residents 24/7 year-round. The well-being of the family is crucial over the comforts and flexibilities a property provides. In most apartments in Sri Lanka, you will find latest technologies deployed to protect the residents such as Security screening the visitors, Advanced CCTV, Smart Sensors, Video Doorbell Camera, Smart-Locks and Elevator Access Control Systems to name a few.

COMMUNITY & SOCIALIZING

A good neighbourhood goes hand in hand with a good property. Apartments in Sri Lanka are full of friendly neighbours giving you the opportunity to interact and build new relationships creating a sense of community with lots of special events, gym sessions, game nights, BBQ get together on weekends and so on.

RENTING & RE-SALE VALUE

Some investors purchase apartments in Sri Lanka in top cities and especially in coastal areas in the down-south of Sri Lanka such as beach-front apartments and residencies due to their amenities and attractiveness in terms of able to lure foreigners who visit the Island for short-stay during vacations. These rental apartments are most sought after in booking websites like Airbnb and Agoda. Also apartments based on their locations, views, amenities, size and layouts as well as maintenance; preserves the value of your property.