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Property Wishlist

When you are considering what you want in a new home it makes sense to want various things. Some things you may consider a need and other things you may want but could live without. It’s also possible that what you want today may change if you still have not bought a home in one year from now. Anyway you look at it you should have a list that helps you to keep a priority of what you want and need in the front of your mind. This will make the task of looking for a new home much easier.

 

Locations

Do you need to be in the close proximity of any or all of the following?

Location

Yes

No

Airports

   

Expressways

   

Recreation

   

Schools

   

Shopping

   

Work

   

Other (location not mentioned)

   
 

Neighborhoods

What type of the following neighborhoods are you considering or would you prefer to live in?

Neighborhoods

Yes

No

City

 

 

Inner City

 

 

Planned development community

 

 

Rural

 

 

Small Town

 

 

Suburban

 

 

Urban

 

 

Other

 

 

 

Schools

There are numerous options for schools and children today. Finding the right school district is a huge factor for parents that are deciding to move to a new home. You can use the following options to decide which you feel is best for your child.

Schools

Yes

No

Alternative Learning

 

 

Charter

 

 

Home School

 

 

Montessori

 

 

Private

 

 

Public (city schools)

 

 

Religious

 

 

Other (not otherwise listed)

 

 

 

Style

The style of your home is very important for obvious reasons. Architecture and design are one of the biggest factors that help to sell a home. There are many things that you can look for and many styles that are represented. Having the following list will help you or your real estate agent narrow down the specific kind of home you would be interested in looking at.

Keep in mind when considering this list you may find many of one particular style in any area. You may not be sure what type of home you want. If this is the case most agents should be able to help you decide what style is suited best for you. Looking around at some of the homes in your price range should also help you decide on the style you are most fond of as well.

Architectural Styles

 

 

Duplex

 

 

Greek revival

 

 

Loft

 

 

Mansion

 

 

Ocean Front

 

 

Plantation

 

 

Queen Anne

 

 

Ranch Style

 

 

Single Family

 

 

Tri-level

 

 

Victorian

 

 

Other (Style not represented)

 

 

 

Age

The age of your home should have a big affect on many things. Style, price range, and your own personal preference are something that depends on the age of the home you are looking at. It is very important that certain factors of older homes have been modernized in a way to make them safe for current living. This should not discount their beauty and livability though. A home that was built in the 1800s could have been restored and become an amazing home for anyone’s family. This largely depends on what you are looking for.

The age of your dream home

 

 

1700s-1800s

 

 

1800s-1900s

 

 

1900s-1950s

 

 

1950s-2000

 

 

2001-2004

 

 

New Build

 

 

 

Other things to consider

The following things are certainly things to consider. These questions could depend on many things but each future homeowner needs to make sure that their expectations will be met. These things will help you consider things you may not have thought of, or could have forgotten in the larger scheme of things.

Other considerations

 

 

Would you like a one story?

 

 

Would you like a two story or bigger?

 

 

Do you want to do renovations to your home?

 

 

Would you like to be able to just move in?

 

 

Do you have any special needs that your home must be able to handle?

 

 

Do you need a fenced yard?

 

 

Do you have any other special amenities that need filled for any pets?

 

 

 

Wants and Needs

I am sure by now you have noticed many things that maybe you feel you need or want that have not even been listed. It would be hard to try and keep track of all the possible things you could want without having a list, so we have provided one here for you.

I hope that these lists help you in your quest to find your dream home and with all my articles and my whole site; I wish to offer my friendship and any help you need to see that your ultimate needs are met!

Additional Options

Yes

No

Air Conditioning

 

 

Attic

 

 

Basement

 

 

Bathrooms (How many do you want)

 

 

Bedrooms (How many do you want)

 

 

Dining Room

 

 

Driveway (paved or not?)

 

 

Eat In Kitchen

 

 

Fireplace

 

 

Formal Living Room

 

 

Garage (Attached, detached, one car or more?)

 

 

Hardwood Floors

 

 

Laundry Room

 

 

Paved Road

 

 

Patio or Deck

 

 

Pool

 

 

Shade

 

 

Side Street or Busier Major road?

 

 

Spa/Jacuzzi

 

 

View

 

 

Wall to wall carpet

 

 

Windows (how many?)

 

 

Yard/landscaping

 

 

 


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