How To Find the Perfect Home Designed for Entertaining

Decide on Your Maximum Sales Price

To avoid the heartbreak of falling in love with a house you can't afford, decide what your maximum sales price is in advance. If you're taking out a loan — whether it's conventional, Veterans Affairs or Federal Housing Administration — do some research on the current mortgage interest rates and shop around among lenders for the best deal and loan terms.

Determine Your Must-Have Features

A home designed for entertaining in New England has several must-have features. Here are some examples:

•         Covered entryway: A covered entryway or porch will protect your guests from the snow and rain.

•         Spacious coat closet: Look for a spacious closet that can hold your visitors' coats, hats, and bags when needed in the colder months.

•         First-floor powder room: A first-floor powder room keeps your guests from wandering around looking for the bathroom. Find a home where this half bath is located in a private area away from the kitchen and dining room.

•         Finished basement: You can double your entertaining space if you select a home with a finished basement.

•         Large kitchen: If you love to cook, make sure the kitchen gives you all the counter space, storage and appliances you need to whip up your culinary creations.

•         Open floor plan: If large parties are your favorite way to entertain, look for an open floor plan that allows for easy flow between the living spaces. A fireplace or two makes these areas extra cozy during the holidays.

•         Formal dining room: New Englanders still like a traditional room for a sit-down dinner. Look for a space large enough to hold a buffet as well as your dining table and chairs.

Contact a Property Company

With so many properties available, it can be difficult for you to learn about all your available options, so it's best to get professional help with your search. Contact an advisor at a local Andover, Connecticut, property company and discuss what you are looking for in a home. The advisor has the tools and the connections to guide you to available homes that delight you and have most of the features you need for entertaining.

Decorate for the Holiday Season

Once you settle into your new home that fulfills your entertaining needs, the fun part of decorating for the holidays begins. An evergreen garland around the railings and wreaths on the doors and windows will put your guests in the holiday mood before they even enter your home. Indoors, place your holiday tree and favorite decorations in the rooms where you plan to entertain guests. Consider using a theme to keep all your ornaments and trimmings consistent and in harmony with each other.

Buying the perfect home for entertaining is achievable once you know how much you can afford and the features you need. Hiring a property management company to assist you in your search helps you find the home you have been dreaming about owning.

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