Don't get easily turned off by a home's previous life. You never know, it could be your dream home.
Sometimes, sellers may not have the time or money to professionally stage or remodel their homes, and you shouldn't always take it against them. These "time warp" homes could actually turn into gems with a little polishing.
As you do your house hunting and step into each home during an open house, ignore these buyer turnoffs that are actually pretty easy to improve according to Trulia:
An older home
Old doesn't necessarily mean bad, so the next time you go to an open house of an old home, try to look at it in its charm and character that you can't find in a brand new build.
Cheaper new homes are most probably built with substandard materials that may cost you money in the long run for upkeep compared to an older home built with quality materials and proven to last a long time. Also, you can apply many simple fixes to modernize a dated home.
Paint colors
Instead of making a big deal out of the bright pink walls that is incredibly easy and cheap to fix, focus on the structure of the room or the placement of the windows instead.
Wallpaper with roosters and chickens
Ignore design-challenged wallpapers when you walk into an open house even if it feels as if you are walking into a barnyard - just like paint, this only requires an easy fix.
Kitchen appliances and accessories
Don't let that ancient yellow fridge become a deal breaker in an open house. If you have room in your budget to get new appliances that fit your liking, this kitchen disappointment shouldn't be an issue.
Ugly carpet
Don't walk away and miss out on your chance on a great house just because you don't like what you are walking on. There are now plenty of low-cost flooring options that almost look identical to their higher-priced counterparts.
Funky smells
If you walk into an open house and get greeted by a funky smell, just remember that there's nothing that deep cleaning can't fix. Ignore the smell and focus on the home's structure and how much potential it has once you give it your own touch.
