The following questions are designed to help you think through your search, and if you're buying with a partner, align your goals.

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General

• How long have you lived in your present home?

• What do you like most about where you live now? What don’t you like?

• What is your primary motivation for buying a home now?

• How long do you plan to live in your new home?

• How many people will be living in your new home? 

• Do you have or plan to get any pets?

 

Timing

• When do you want to be in your new home?

• Do you have a deadline by which you must move?

• Do you have a home you need to sell? Are you currently on a lease?

 

Financing

• What price range are you targeting for your new home?

• What would you like to pay monthly, including condo fees if applicable?

• Have you already been pre-approved for a mortgage? If so, by whom?

 

Location

• What towns/neighborhoods are you considering?

• What is it about these areas that appeals to you?

• Would you consider other areas that have these same qualities?

• Where do you work? How do you get there?

• How important is access to public transportation?

• What else is important to you regarding location? (e.g., privacy, walkability, access to highways, proximity to shops and entertainment, schools, etc.)

 

Home Features

• Are you looking for a condo/town house/single-family/multi-family?

• If you're looking for a condo, do you prefer a certain building type? Number of units?

• What is the minimum number of bedrooms you will consider? Minimum bathrooms?

• How important is off-street parking? How important is outdoor space?

• What does your dream home look like?

• What are your five most important features? Which of these are absolute requirements?

• Are there any deal-breakers that I should keep in mind?

• Are you looking for move-in ready or willing to do some work? 

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