You'll probably view a lot of homes during your search-and you'll probably like more than one of them.
Before you go house-hunting, print out copies of this helpful checklist. Complete one for each home that appeals to you, then use the information you gather to compare and contrast properties (not to mention organize your home search).
General Information
Home Address:
Agent Name:
Agent Phone:
Asking Price:
Date Available for Occupancy:
Structural Information
Year Built:
Type of Construction:
Floor Area:
Number of Storeys:
Number of Rooms:
Number of Bedrooms:
Number of Bathrooms:
Lot Size:
Garage/Parking:
Additional Features
Number of Fireplaces/Locations:
Central Air Conditioning:
No
Yes
Central Humidifier:
No
Yes
Heat Pump:
No
Yes
Pool:
No
Yes
Type of Pool:
In-ground
Above-ground
Other:
Exclusions
Appliances:
Curtains/Rods: (which rooms?)
Light Fixtures: (which rooms?)
Other:
Distance From
Schools:
Work:
Public Transportation:
Shopping:
Parks/Recreational Facilities:
Legal Requirements
Zoning:
Assessments:
Easements/Servitudes:
Is Survey Current?
No
Yes
Ongoing Costs
Annual Property Taxes:
Other Taxes, Betterments and Obligations:
Property Insurance:
Garbage Pick-up:
Heating:
Electricity:
Water:
Cable:
Internet:
Condominium Fees:
Other:
Seller's Existing Mortgage (if Assumable)
Lender:
Outstanding Principal:
Interest Rate:
Payments:
Maturity:
Pre-Payment Privileges:
Plumbing/Heating*
Type of Plumbing:
Galvanized Plastic
Copper
Water Pressure Adequate?
No
Yes
Water Quality Acceptable?
No
Yes
Sewerage:
Public
Septic
Insulation Type:
Heating (Primary):
Heating (Secondary):
Electrical*
Power Supply/Voltage:
Type of Wiring:
Copper
Aluminum
Doors and Windows*
Type:
Condition:
Good
Fair
Poor
Screens:
No
Yes
Storm Door:
No
Yes
Storm Windows:
No
Yes
Exterior*
Type of Walls/Siding:
Condition of Walls/Siding:
Good
Fair
Poor
Condition of Paint:
Good
Fair
Poor
Age of Roof:
Condition of Roof:
Good
Fair
Poor
Is Roof Properly Ventilated?
No
Yes
Condition of Wood Structures*
Signs of Dry Rot?
No
Yes
Signs of Insect Damage (termites, carpenter ants, etc.)?
No
Yes
Visible Cracks*
Walls:
No
Yes
Which Rooms?
Ceilings:
No
Yes
Which Rooms?
Basement:
No
Yes
Foundation:
No
Yes
Signs of Water Leakage/Damage*
Ceilings:
No
Yes
Which Rooms?
Floors:
No
Yes
Which Rooms?
Basement:
No
Yes
Garage/Driveway*
Size of Garage:
1-car
2-car
3-car
Is Garage Attached?
No
Yes
Condition of Garage:
Type of Driveway:
Condition of Driveway:
Lawn & Garden*
Exterior Water Faucets:
No
Yes
How Many:
Exterior Electrical Outlets:
No
Yes
How Many:
Condition of Landscaping:
*Recommend that these elements be reviewed by a qualified Home Inspector.
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