What Buyers Should Watch for During a Showing

Walking through a home is exciting, but it’s easy to focus only on surface-level features.

As a St. Louis real estate expert, I help buyers look beyond staging and finishes to evaluate the home more thoroughly.

During a showing, buyers should pay attention to:

• Layout and flow
• Natural light
• Signs of maintenance or deferred repairs
• Age and condition of major systems

In the St. Louis market, where many homes have history, it’s especially important to look at how well the home has been maintained over time.

Buyers should also think about how the home will function for their lifestyle — not just how it looks during a showing.

When I guide buyers through homes, I help them evaluate both the visible and less obvious factors so they can make confident decisions.

If you’re touring homes in St. Louis and want guidance on what to look for, I’d be happy to help you navigate the process.

— Krista Hartmann