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Congratulations!!! You have made one of the most important decisions you will make in your life, the “American Dream” of home ownership.

Purchasing a new home is a major decision. The closing should be a pleasant experience, but all too often the excitement can turn to anxiety with all of the unfamiliar details that encompass the real estate proceedings. The process involved in completing a real estate transaction can be very time-consuming and extensive, involving many details and documents. Attention must be paid to every detail; if something is overlooked, the entire transaction could become delayed.

Whether you are buying your first home or you are a seasoned home buyer, the process can be confusing. For that reason Title West has compiled a list of ideas for you to consider.

Before you contact a real estate agent here are a few things you should consider.

How much home can you afford?
What area of town do you want to live in?
How far do you want to be from work?
If you have school-aged children, do you wish to reside in a particular school district?
Do you wish to be close to your place of worship?
What direction do you want your home to face?
Do you want easy access to the freeway?
Do you want to live in a house, townhouse or condominium?
Do you want a fenced yard? Will you have animals?
What style home are you looking for? Contemporary, traditional, etc.?
Do you have special needs?
Have you considered deed restrictions?
How many bedrooms do you need?
What amenities would you like?
What are your priorities? Large kitchen, fireplace, pool, patio, etc.?
Do you require a garage (one car or more)? Attached? Detached?
Would you like a one-story home or two?
Would you like a tract home?
Would you like to live in a subdivision with curbs, gutters and streetlights?
Knowing answers to these questions will help your real estate agent find the home of your dreams.