desire depends on the circumstances.
Closeness to family might be a need for a couple with young children or elderly parents to care for—or a desire if those factors aren’t involved. Items like these make a checklist most helpful. After location, needs, and desires are compiled, housing factors can be considered. Needs include having all essential house structures and systems in good working order. Accepting a house that needs a new roof because the owner is willing to knock $7,000 off the listing price—but it will cost $10,000 to replace the roof in two years—is not a s ensible deal unless the house was bargain-priced at the start. Needs might include a minimum number of bedrooms and bathrooms, no steps, a fenced yard, a first-floor laundry facility, and any feature the prospective buyers have decided they cannot accept a home without. Desires are features that make the house more attractive or enjoyable—an upgraded kitchen, walk-in closets, and a luxurious primary bedroom suite. Of course, one buyer’s need is another buyer’s desire. The point is to know your needs and desires to easily assess potential properties and make the process smoother. Regardless, buying a house is not a simple process. Much planning should be done well before contacting a real estate agent or looking at homes. Calculate the costs and your budget. Choose a general location. Contact lenders well before you start home shopping so your offers aren’t tied up in getting financial approval. The image of your dream home is a blend of reality and imagination. In fact, you may find that some aspects of the house you intend to buy are different. It’s not the same as what your dreams told you. Other people have different requirements. It depends on your thought processes as well as your personality.
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