Posted by Stephanie Barber on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024 1:15pm.
Let's take a look at this scenario. You are a high-performing high school student who spends most of your time in extracurricular activities and study sessions. Maybe even an athlete. Your goal is to get accepted to your dream college. Time passes; you have graduated high school, been accepted into college, and decided to work during the summer—very little time at home. More time has passed; college is nearly over, and you have spent the entire time living in dorms. Once you graduate, you decide to move to an apartment with friends or a partner. The leasing agent says to fill out the maintenance request online in the portal should you need anything repaired. More time has passed, and you are ready to become a homeowner. You find a great local real estate agent and mortgage lender. Everything is great. Until a few months go by and ___ (AC, Water Heater, etc.) breaks. You call Mom and Dad, who live too far away, to help, and they tell you, "Well, you need to call a guy to fix it." You have zero experience calling a "guy," but you're also unsure what to ask for or who to call. So what do you do?
My advice: When you face a home maintenance issue, consider contacting the Local Real Estate Agent who sold you the house. They often have a network of reliable professionals for all home maintenance or repairs. Real Estate agents are knowledgeable about property maintenance and always ready to assist you. By seeking their help, you acknowledge their expertise and their commitment to helping you. This can be a significant relief, and your real estate agent can be that source of reassurance, knowing that you have found a reliable service.