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The Perfect Home Is a Lie — What Smart Buyers Should REALLY Be Looking For | Real Estate UnRaked Podcast
Most buyers spend months — sometimes years — searching for that perfect, HGTV-approved dream home… and they end up missing out on incredible opportunities. In this episode of Real Estate UnRaked, Eric Rakers and co-hosts Bridget, Dane, and Pam expose one of the biggest myths in real estate: the idea that the “perfect home” actually exists.
In this brutally honest, highly practical episode, we break down:
🔎 Where the Perfect Home Myth Comes From
• Pinterest, HGTV, and unrealistic social media expectations
• How buyers create impossible checklists
• The emotional trap of perfectionism that sabotages good decisions
💸 The Hidden Costs of Chasing Perfection
• Rising home prices while you wait
• Lost opportunities in great neighborhoods
• Getting beat by more decisive buyers
🏡 What Actually Matters When Buying a Home
• Long-term resale value
• Lot, location, and lifestyle
• Functionality over fancy finishes
• The power of room-to-grow
🎯 The 80% Rule Every Smart Buyer Should Use
• Why 80% is the new “perfect”
• Why the final 20% can be added later
• How to focus on things you can’t change (schools, lot, location)
🧭 Resetting Expectations Without Settling
• Must-haves vs. nice-to-haves
• Thinking 5–10 years ahead
• How a knowledgeable local agent (👋) keeps you on track
This episode will change the way you think about home buying and help you avoid the perfection trap that keeps buyers stuck and frustrated. Perfect doesn’t build wealth — smart does.
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Watch the video version on YouTube: @TheRakersHomeGroup
👉 Buying or selling in Northeast Florida?
Get the Home Team Advantage with The Rakers Home Group.
That’s it for this episode of Real Estate UnRaked, where we take the mystery—and sometimes the madness—out of today’s housing market.
If you enjoyed the show, follow and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts—Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube—and don’t forget to leave us a review. Your feedback helps more people across Northeast Florida discover the truth behind real-estate headlines.
For more tips, insights, and community spotlights, connect with The Rakers Home Group on:
📱 Facebook & Instagram: @RakersHomeGroup
🌐 Website: rakershomegroup.com
Call us at: (904) 906-8381
Got a question, story, or topic you’d like us to cover next? Drop us a message—we’d love to feature your ideas in a future episode.
And remember… whether you’re buying, selling, or just exploring, get the Home Team Advantage with The Rakers Home Group.
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