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WHAT MAKES A HOUSE A HOME?

You're sure of one thing: You want to buy a home. Perhaps you're someone with an "I'll know it when I see it" attitude, but most people have very specific ideas. Now is the time to add dimension to your dream. Begin by asking yourself some defining questions and then,speak to each person who will live in the house with you. There are many points to consider. Use this Wish List to help you decide on the features you want at your next address. It's a worthwhile endeavor, and it's fun!

What age home would you like?

Older Home

New Home

Other ______________________________________________

What style of home appeals to you most?

Rambler/Ranch Style

Traditional

Contemporary

Manufactured Home

Two Story

Split Level

Other ______________________________________________

What type of construction do you prefer?

Wood Siding

Vinyl Siding

Stucco

Stone

Aluminum Siding

Brick

Other ______________________________________________

What size lot are you looking for?

Small

Medium

Large

Not important

How many bedrooms do you need?

1-2

2-4

Other ______________________________________________

How many bathrooms do you need/want?

1-2

2-3

Is having a separate laundry room important to you?

Is having a separate dining room important to you?

Is having a fireplace important to you?

Is having a garage important to you?

Other ______________________________________________

Yes

No

Yes

No

Yes

No

Yes

No

If having a garage is important to you, do you want a:

1 Car Garage

3 Car Garage

2 Car Garage

Garage with Workstation

Attached Garage Detached Garage

Is central air conditioning an important feature to you?

Yes

No

Do you prefer gas, oil or electric heat?

Gas

Oil

Do you need a fenced yard?

Is it important that you be near public transportation?

Electric Yes Yes

No No

Doesn't Matter

Do you want to be in a specific school district?

Yes

No

Not Important

If so, name of school: ______________________________________________

How close do you want to be to your place of employment?

_____ Miles

_____ Hours

Not important

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Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Listing Price: ________________________________________ Property Taxes: ___________________________________________ Age of Home: _________________________________________________________________________________________________

Style of Home

Two Story Contemporary

Ranch Cape Cod

Split Level Townhouse

Traditional Condo

Type of Construction

Wood Vinyl Siding

Brick Aluminum Siding

Stone

Stucco

Interior Features

Total # of Bedrooms _______

Living Room Eat-in Kitchen Gas Range Laundry Room Whirlpool Tub

Good Closet Space Basement Flooring

Family Room Pantry Electric Range Washer Soaking Tub Yes Yes Carpet

Total # of Bathrooms_______

Great Room Disposal Wall Oven Dryer

No No Hardwood

Dining Room Refrigerator Dishwasher Skylights Finished Tile

Utilities Type of Heating

Hot Water

Gas

Electric

Oil

Insulation

Fiberglass

Cellulose

Foam

None

Central Air Plumbing Condition Sump Pump/Drainage System Connected to Sewer System

Yes Good Yes Yes

No Fair No No

Poor

Age of Heating System: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Age of Water Heater Capacity: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Age of Electrical Wiring: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Exterior Features & Neighborhood

Backyard Area________________________________________________ Front Yard_____________________________________________

Patio Fence

Deck Landscaping

Porch Expansion Ability

Pool

Garage

1 Car

Roof Condition Sidewalks Well-Maintained Neighborhood

2 Car Good Yes Yes

3 Car Fair No No

Detached Poor

Easy Proximity to:

Work

Transportation

Highways Industry

Schools Houses of Worship Doctors/Dentists

Shopping Train Station

Public Airport

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