Buyer Resources

Home Search Checklist

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Use this interactive checklist to record your thoughts and rating scores while viewing properties. You can fill it out on your tablet/mobile phone during the walkthrough, or click "Print Checklist" to carry a physical copy with you.

1. My New Home Criteria

Select whether the property satisfies your specific criteria requirements:

Yes No Criteria Item
Price Range:
Neighborhood/Location:
Desired Bedrooms:
Desired Bathrooms:
Waterfront Requirements (Dock, Water Depth, Shoreline type)

2. This Property's Associated Costs

Item to Consider Approximate Cost ($) Comments
Monthly Utilities
Monthly HOA/Condo Dues
Maintenance Costs
Re-decorating / Remodeling

3. This Property's Features

Feature Quantity / Age Meets Needs? Comments
Square Footage
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
Half Baths
Floor Plan / Layout
Closets / Storage
Attic
Basement
Garage / Carport
Fireplace
Patio / Deck
Lawn / Yard
Fencing
Roof Condition
Interior Condition
Exterior Condition

4. Neighborhood Amenities

Neighborhood Feature Good Bad Comments
Traffic Levels
Noise Levels
Safety / Security
HOA Covenants & Restrictions
Pet Restrictions
Local Schools
Resident Age Mix
Parks & Trails
Trash Pickup / Recycling
Emergency Services

5. Proximity to Conveniences

Convenience Location Convenient Too Far Minutes / Distance Notes
Employment / Office
Child Care Services
Highways & Main Roads
Grocery Stores
Shopping & Restaurants
Places of Worship
Doctors & Dentists
Hospitals / Emergency Rooms
Recreation & Entertainment

Additional Comments