Home Buyer Checklist
This checklist may help you compare some of the important factors to consider when choosing a home. In addition to an affordable sales price, you will also want to be sure that the neighborhood and house meet the needs of your family.
Taking this list along as you look for a house may help you compare the neighborhoods and assess the benefits of up to three homes in a side-by-side comparison. To PRINT this page, hit control-P.
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Property Address | . | . | . |
Asking Price | $ | $ | $ |
Real Estate Taxes | $ | $ | $ |
The Neighborhood |
General Appearance | . | . | . |
Surrounding Houses | . | . | . |
Convenience to schools, shopping, work, etc. | . | . | . |
Homeowner's Association | . | . | . |
The House |
Age of House | . | . | . |
No. of Stories | . | . | . |
Construction | . | . | . |
Roof Type | . | . | . |
Foundation | . | . | . |
Roof Condition | . | . | . |
Foundation Condition | . | . | . |
Overall Exterior Condition | . | . | . |
Garage Size | . | . | . |
No. of Bedrooms | . | . | . |
No. of Closets | . | . | . |
No. of Bathrooms | . | . | . |
Heating Type | . | . | . |
Cooling Type | . | . | . |
Hot Water Heater | . | . | . |
Insulation | . | . | . |
Energy-Conservation Features | . | . | . |
Fireplace | . | . | . |
Washer / Dryer Connections | . | . | . |
Patio | . | . | . |
Fence | . | . | . |
Landscaping | . | . | . |
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