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Hunting for a home can be a time consuming process, especially if you have not determined in advance the parameters of your search. Many home buyers make the mistake of misinterpreting a WANT as a NEED. As a result, they often dismiss homes that perfectly fit their needs in search for one that has their wants. Here is a helpful form you can either use online or print out.
Also, once you have started the process of viewing property use the Score card to narrow you choices for the perfect home!
The goal is to put the emphasis on finding a house that includes all of your needs and as many of your wants as is practical.
Needs & Wants list to print
Score card to print
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WANT
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Address:
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Location
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Style
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# Levels
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# Bedrooms
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# Baths
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Formal Living Room
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Formal Dining Room
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Eat-in Kitchen
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Family Room
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Den/Office
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Basement
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1st floor laundry
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Detached Storage
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Acreage
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Garage
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Type of Heating
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Central A/C
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Flooring
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Fireplace
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Dishwasher
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Fenced yard
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Deck /patio
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Water frontage/views
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pool
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Other:_______________________
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Other:_______________________
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Other:_______________________
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Other:_______________________
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