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?