So now it\u2019s time to get out there and find your dream home. Most people start off by having a neighbourhood in mind but a great agent may suggest options that you may not have thought of. Here are some considerations as you set out to house hunt:<\/p>

\u2022 Choosing the right neighbourhood<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Do you need to be close to schools, public transit, highways or where you work? Those can be huge factors when choosing an area to live. And let\u2019s not forget proximity to other amenities like parks, grocery stores, doctors and recreational centres. Drive around and check out the appearance of other homes in the area. Are they well taken care of? Of course, your agent will be able to inform you of property values in the area and how they\u2019ve changed over the years.<\/p>

\u2022 House hunting<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 the hunt can be a lot of work but it can also be a lot of fun. So when you visit homes, go with a partner \u2013 spouse, parent, friend \u2013 because two sets of eyes are better than one. Don\u2019t be shy about asking some tough questions regarding the home. Take some pictures or video on your smartphone so you can reference it later. And remember that checklist you made? It will come in handy now.<\/p>

\u2022 View open houses with open eyes<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 curb appeal is one thing but try not to focus on the bells and whistles. Keep a lookout for things like doors and windows (are they new\/old?), water leaks, squeaky floors, soggy areas around the yard that indicate poor drainage and could lead to a wet basement, missing shingles, lighting, etc. You\u2019ll be getting a home inspection later, but it doesn\u2019t hurt to start with your own observations.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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