What do I need to consider before I start looking for a home?

By
Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty-City View 482761

Questions for the AZ Home Selling Team

 

You may think that shopping for homes starts with jumping in the car and driving all over town. And it’s true that hopping in the car to go look is probably the most exciting part of the home-buying process. However, driving around is fun for only so long – if weeks go by without finding what you’re looking for, the fun can fade pretty fast. That’s why we say that looking for your home begins with carefully assessing your values, wants, and needs, both for the short and long terms.

Questions to ask yourself:
  1. What do I want my home to be close to?
  2. How much space do I need and why?
  3. Which is more critical: location or size?
  4. Would I be interested in a fixer-upper?
  5. How important is home value appreciation?
  6. Is neighborhood stability and priority?
  7. Would I be interested in a condo?
  8. Would I be interested in new home construction?
  9. What features and amenities do I want? Which do I really need?
Once you've answered these questions you need to let your real estate professional know.  That way they can narrow the search down to homes that meet your criteria, and not waste your time.  
 
Once everyone is on the same page, finding your dream home can be fun and exciting.  For a free list of homes that are currently for sale in Phoenix, Arizona Click Here.

Comments (3)

Gary Woltal
Keller Williams Realty - Flower Mound, TX
Assoc. Broker Realtor SFR Dallas Ft. Worth

James, excellent list. With those nine items in mind, a buyer has a good idea exactly what they are searching for and what they are not. Prioritizing the top three helps a lot too.

Mar 05, 2013 12:05 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

James, There are so many good questions to ask a buyer. It is really important to narrow the search.

Mar 05, 2013 12:32 PM
Roger D. Mucci
Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH
Lets shake things up at your home today!

Excellent questions James, but one thing that all buyers need to understand is that there is no "perfect" home.

Mar 06, 2013 02:39 AM

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