CHAPTER 6 Buyer's Checklist
You may have an idea of what you want in your new home…and putting that to paper and having a complete checklist will be very useful. For most people, the prospect of going to view homes they like is a thrilling experience. It’s tempting to think that this is the first step to buying a home, but it’s not. Assuming you have your down payment, mortgage preapproval, and other financial issues handled, the first thing you need to do before viewing any home is to determine what you’re looking for. • What is your criteria? • Do you need a certain number of bedrooms and bathrooms? • Do you want a house that is all renovated or a fixer- upper? If you can’t find your dream home in your price range, what tradeoffs are you willing to make? • Do you want a yard? Is a separate garden area necessary for your lifestyle? • Do you want property only in particular neighborhoods, near a house of worship, or possible public transportation? • Do you want essential structure and systems in good working order and what are the costs as well as your budget? • How much are you willing or able to spend?
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