CHAPTER 4 Your "Wants and Needs" ants and Needs"
Your dream house should fulfill both your needs and desires. The need is usually for a good roof over your head, a sturdy structure, good working fixtures and appliances, living space (e.g., bedrooms, living room), and functional rooms (e.g. kitchen, bathroom[s]). Your home purchase priority should ensure all your needs are met. If your needs are fulfilled, turn to your desires. Perhaps you envision a home on the beach or in the woods, a gourmet kitchen, a wood-paneled den, a crystal chandelier over a banquet table in the manor-sized dining room, or an Olympic- sized swimming pool with a hot tub and sauna. Sometimes, you won't find everything you desire in a home; if you do, you may not be able to afford it. It's important to prioritize the things you want in a house by their importance in your search. Decide your needs vs. your desires. • Would you like a swimming pool or do you need one for health reasons? • In what areas or neighborhoods might the home be located? • What features would make the home special? • How important is a big backyard? Budget usually constrains us most in selecting a home. While some things are necessary for any home (as mentioned, a good roof and working appliances), others will stay on the list of 19 • Do you want or need an oversized garage? The question is: What's within your price range?
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