A Helpful Checklist
It allows you to evaluate and compare up to 3 properties side-by-side, and assess condition, features, pricing, and neighborhood. It will also help you think about your priorities and identify your ‘must-haves’. Feel free to print this checklist and take it along with you whenever you go home-shopping.
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The Basics
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Asking Price
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$___________ | $___________ | $___________ |
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Real Estate Taxes
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$___________ | $___________ | $___________ |
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The Neighborhood
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Near Work
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Near Schools
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Near Shopping
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Near Expressways
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Near Public Transportation
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Near Doctors/Dentists
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Near Churches
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Garbage Collection
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Street Lights
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Sidewalks
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Streets/Alleys Well Maintained
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Traffic Volume
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Parks
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Neighbor’s Property Well Maintained
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All Utilities Installed
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Neighborhood Covenants/Restrictions
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Near Trains/Airport
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Area Zoned Residential
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Near Industry
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Proposed Special Assessments
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Environment Concerns/Influences
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The Home
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Age of Home
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No. of Stories
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Wood Frame
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Brick Frame
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Wood & Brick Frame
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Aluminum Siding
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Roof Condition
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Foundation Condition
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Overall Exterior Condition
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Garage Size
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No. of Bathrooms
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No. of Closets
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No. of Bedrooms
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Oil Heat
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Gas Heat
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Electric Heat
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Hot Water Heat
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Insulation
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Central Air Conditioning
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Energy-Conservation Features
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Age of Heating System
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____________ | ____________ | ____________ |
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Age of Water Heater
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Capacity of Water Heater
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Age of Electrical Wiring
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____________ | ____________ | ____________ |
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Plumbing condition
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____________ | ____________ | ____________ |
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Estimated Water Bill
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$___________ | $___________ | $___________ |
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Estimated Heating Bill
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$___________ | $___________ | $___________ |
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Estimated Electric Bill
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$___________ | $___________ | $___________ |
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Living Room
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Fireplace
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Separate Dining Room
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Family Room
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Drapes – No. of Rooms
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Carpeting – No. of Rooms
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Kitchen Eating Area
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Refrigerator
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Stove/Oven (Gas/Electric)
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Garbage Disposal
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Dishwasher
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Broken Windows
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Storm Windows/Screens
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Washer/Dryer Outlets
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Laundry Space
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Finished Basement
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Attic
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Sump Pump/Drainage
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Connected to Sewer System
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Patio
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Backyard Fence
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Landscaping
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Property Boundaries
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Security (dead bolts, detectors)
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Building Code Compliance
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Ability to Expand/Enlarge House
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