Take some time out to read thru our Home Buyer's Wish List. It can help you to organize your notes to search for your dream house. If you would like some help in your search contact us
Location
- What part of town (or country) do you want to live in?
- Do you need to be close to or have access to mass transit?
- Are schools a factor in your decision? (Is there a particular school system that you like? Does it need to be in walking distance?)
- Are there any factors that need to be considered for your work commute?
House Style
- What price range are you looking for? Minimum ________________ to Maximum ________________
- What architectural style of house appeals most to you?
Traditional contemporary southwestern colonial no preference
- Do you have a preference in the exterior materials? If so, what?
Brick Wood Frame Stucco Aluminum Metal Roof other?
- What type of house are you interested in?
mobile home One story 2 story Multi Story split-level townhouse condo
- Approximately how large do you want your house to be (square feet)?
- Are you willing to do any renovation? If so, how much?
- Do you have any physical needs that must be met, such as wheelchair access?
Yard/Lot
- Will your lot need to accommodate animals such as live stock?
- What size of yard or lot will you need?
Large yard (1 acre or more)
Small Yard (less than one acre)
Fenced yard
Garage
Carport
Extra parking
Other buildings (barn, shed, etc.)
- What other features would you like your yard to have?
Patio/ deck
Covered / screened porch
Pool
Outdoor spa
Special view
Golf Course
Large Trees / Heavily wooded
The Interior
- How many bedrooms would you like to have?
- How many bathrooms do you want?
- What features do you want to have in your house?
Air conditioning
Wall-to-wall carpet
Ceramic tile
Hardwood floors
Eat-in kitchen
Breakfast Nook
Separate dining room
Formal living room
Family room
Great room
Separate den, office space, or library
Basement
An Attic
Separate laundry room
Fireplace
Workshop
No interior steps
"In-law" apartment
Spa in bathroom
Sun room
Sky Lights
Lots of windows (light)
Lots of Cabinets
Large Closets
Large Porch
Community features
- Do you want to live in an area with a community association or homeowner's association?
- What else would you like in your community?
Basketball court
Baseball field
Clubhouse/ activities
Community pool
Golf course
Park or wooded trails
Tennis courts
Any other items not mentioned above?
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