BUYERS

1. List Your "Must-Haves"
   Consider what is important to you about the home's interior and exterior features. Make a list of features that you require and a secondary list of features that may or may not be required. When touring homes be sure to take notes. List what you like and what you do not like about a home. These notes will help you to determine what your "must haves" are in the home you decide to purchase.
2. Determine Ideal Location
   Consider location and what type of neighborhood you want to live in. Do you desire an area with children and nearby schools or are you looking for an area that provides access to an cultural events or sporting activities. In other words, consider your lifestyle and how your home must meets the needs of your lifestyle.
3. Ask Yourself - "Why Buy?"
   Most importantly, consider your reasons for wanting to make a real estate purchase. Owning a home provides many benefits. Tax breaks and long term equity building are two of the most important reasons to buy. But you have to be sure that the time is right and you are comfortable making the commitment.