This simple worksheet will help you narrow down your must-haves and compare homes.

Write in your preferences and rate them: 3 = Vital, 2 = Very Important, 1 = Neutral, 0 = Not important

LOCATION

PREFERENCES

RATE

Neighborhood

School district

Near public transportation

Near airport

Near expressway

Near shopping

Great views

TYPE

Single-family / condo / townhome

Minimum / maximum property age

Willingness to renovate

Architectural style

Open floor plan

SIZE & MAKEUP

Minimum # of bedrooms

Minimum # of bathrooms

Eat-in kitchen

Family room

Formal dining room

Formal living room

Garage (number of cars)

Outdoor space (size/use)

Laundry room

AMENITIES

Wood floors / carpeting

Heating / cooling system types

Fireplace

Pool

Other special needs/preferences:

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