Top 10 Tips For Buying Real Estate - #4

Continuing on with my 10 Tips for succesful home buying series.. Here's today's - this one should be easy.

Tip #4: Create A Top 10 List Of Amenities

When shopping for a home, list the features (wood burning fireplace, private yard, new appliances, etc.) that are most important to you in deciding on which home to buy. Establishing "your criteria" early on will save time shopping for inappropriate homes and may keep you from buying a home on a whim. As detailed in Tip #3, your top reason for buying a home should be the value you are getting. Some of your top 10 amenities should logically be sacrificed if an incredible value is available. Remember, it's nearly impossible to find a home that has all of your items on your wish list, unless of course you're building a custom home. Know that there will come a time where you'll need a little give and take. Some buyers will sacrifice location for more space and nicer features, others will sacrifice space for location and proximity to shopping or transportation. Until that time comes, starting with this list, and sharing with your enlisted professional realtor, will give she or he a good idea of what you're looking for and your desired lifestyle.

Till next time!