Once you have determined what your budget is for buying a new home, you can begin deciding what type of home you want. Below is a list of considerations that will assist you in determining an idea of your likes and dislikes. By preparing yourself before you start searching, making a choice will be much easier.
Regional Considerations
Do you prefer urban, sub-urban, rural, or semi-rural areas
What types of land or views would you like near you? Examples: hills, lakes, ocean, gulf, golf course
How far are you willing to travel or commute?
Where do you frequently shop? Write down a list of places you visit on any given week. How far do you want to travel to get to these places?
Are schools a factor for you?
What types of recreation do you want to be near? Are you interested in nightlife?
Neighborhood Considerations
Are you interested in a private home? Or are you interested in a neighborhood with social families, holiday meetings, or block parties?
Do you prefer a single family home, a high rise condo, a villa? What type of building do you want to live in?
What amenities would you like? Tennis, country club, golf, pool?
How will children get to school? Do they take the bus, walk, or ride their bicycles?
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