Perhaps due to the difficulty of accessing a home in Spain, the moment of choosing a house becomes one of the most important. But often the initial illusion gives way to stress, disappointment and embarrassing situations, as Jordi Clotet, a professional who has intervened in more than 6,000 sales and purchases in the real estate sector throughout his more than 30 years, explains to us in this new episode of the podcast. from experience.

Convinced that the home should be a source of happiness and not condition our lives, the renowned real estate personal shopper and judicial expert leads us through the ins and outs of buying a home and making the right choice. He warns that “many buyers lose their deposit at the last minute” or “buy forced to sign things” without the necessary information.

Yes, appearances are deceiving. “One out of every five flats we discard because the reason for the sale is a serious problem with the neighbors,” explains Clotet, who recently published the book The 7 doors to buy your home and get it right (Gestión 2000). A guide to discover what essential requirements our home must meet. And if she doesn’t, “change it,” she invites.

‘Pocket’ is a fortnightly podcast that offers information, experiences and advice to learn to better manage ourselves in the complex world of domestic finances. You can also listen and subscribe to the “Pocket” podcast through audio platforms such as Spotify, iVoox, Podtail, Podimo, Google podcast or Apple Podcast.

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