Things To Do As First-Time Condo Owners

Sep 02, 2021

Buying a condo can be a good investment for the right people, especially for the right buyer at the right time. The prices are often cheaper than the usual family homes, not to mention the fact that many condos come with luxury amenities for their owners. Purchasing a condominium is a big step, so here is a breakdown of all the thing you need to as a first time condo owner!

What should you do as a first time owner? There are plenty of things that stress out a lot of first time condo owners. But do not worry because it is only natural. After all, young adults are used to the traditional house setup. To lessen the load of the first time condo owners and for those who are thinking about buying a condo. 

Here are some things you should do as a first time condo owner:

Be knowledgeable about the property’s location and its surroundings 

After purchasing a condo, you must know the ins and outs of your property’s location. Know the direction and the route that leads to malls, hospitals, and other essentials and leisure areas. This will help you bring out the best of your condo lifestyle and knowing these things will make your life a bit easier. After all, most condos are purposely and strategically located in certain areas. 

Understand the rules and regulations 

As a condo owner, you are now one of the many residents of a certain condominium tower. There are going to be rules and regulations set in place to allow all residents to live in peace. Therefore, it is a good idea to ask about the rules and regulations. Such as, are there any noise restrictions? Understanding these regulations ahead of time will help you figure out what are the things you can do in the long run, especially if you’re aiming to stay long term.

Plan your personalized condo layout before you move in 

Before you move in, set out a design plan according to your style, it help make you feel more comfortable in your new home. At the same time, planning before you move in will help you create ideas without stressing yourself out from the mess you may create if you decided to move in. Lastly, by doing this early on will give you freedom to plan out where and what to put in your condo.

Set a general cleaning and remodeling schedule

Clean your unit from wall to wall, ceiling to floor, and anything in between. Wipe out the furnished cabinets, drawer, and paint the walls according to how you want it to be, if you want to repaint. Set and place your power strips and extension cords to where you want it to be. Feel free to rearrange your furniture when you want a new environment. Most importantly, find time to declutter every now and then.

Purchase appropriate furniture and fixtures 

After you clean and remodeled your condo, then it's time to purchase appropriate furniture and fixtures for your condo! Sometimes your furniture and fixtures from your previous home may not be suitable for your condo and it might compromise your living space and you don’t want that. 

Prepare for a lifestyle change 

Living a condo lifestyle is different from the traditional home setup. Take time to process, allow everything to sink in, and embrace what you have now. After all, your condo isn't just a home where you live and stay, it’s a lifestyle that you get to enjoy! From its location, amenities, community, and opportunities to socialize, condo living is definitely a change of pace. These are just a few of what’s in store for you as a condo owner so prepare yourself for a rollercoaster of changes.

Enjoy the amenities

One of the main appeals of condo living is its amenities. Condo amenities are beneficial for all types of residents since it caters residents of all ages.  Wil Tower by Vista Residences  is a perfect example of condo living with premium feel amenities. This  particular condo has 24-hour security, Fitness and Wellness Gym, Swimming Pool with Jacuzzi, Function Room, Bar and Lounge, Sauna, and Kids Play Area.

Embrace your new environment

Embrace what condo living can bring you, embrace the new atmosphere, and embrace your new surroundings. Every city has its own rhythm that seamlessly blends to an urban beat, with diverse culture and ethnic background, a robust and a booming business district. 

As a first time condo owner, are you ready to embrace condo living, it’s lifestyle, and all it has to offer? Regardless of who you are and what you do, condo living will meet and exceed your needs and expectations. Condos will serve as your cozy haven that gives you a refreshing shift from the buzzing city life and will serve as your urban sanctuary in harmony with city life. And for those who are still planning to buy one or reluctant to have one, remember condo living is waiting for you!

Vista Residences is the condominium arm of the country’s largest homebuilder, Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc., which offers ready for occupancy and pre-selling condominium projects in Manila and Quezon City that are strategically located within inner-city areas, in close proximity to premium universities and developed business districts.

At Vista Residences, unit owners can take advantage of the property’s centrality. The properties of Vista Residences are strategically located near the country’s premium universities and CBDs, making them an attractive investment for both local and foreign investors.

Vista Residences has ready for occupancy condo projects in Manila such as Vista Taft, Vista Heights, Vista GL Taft, 878 Espana, and Crown Tower University Belt. It also has pre selling projects in the said area which include Vista Recto, Plumeria Heights, Tennyson Heights, Bradbury Heights, Sky Arts Manila, and Kizuna Heights.

Living in Vista Residences enables you to enjoy convenience, where everything is pretty much within walking distance or a few minutes away from the property; comfort because the project features and amenities are designed to deliver comfort at all times, which makes condo living a worthy investment; security that is 24/7 and CCTV monitoring, which makes the residents safe and secure within the property.

In line with Vista Residences’ thrust to offer convenience among its residents, it also features an AllDay Convenience Store and Coffee Project in all its projects.

For more information on Vista Residences, email [email protected], follow @VistaResidencesOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube, or call the Marketing Office at 0999 886 4262 / 0917 582 5167.    

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