Today, we'll discuss the ever-important home buyer's list.

Everyone has a list when they are out there shopping for a new home, and the items on these lists are often very similar. The only thing that changes is the order of importance of those items, which is based on each individual's needs.

The key to the buyer's list is to keep some balance. Try not to put too much emphasis on any one item on your list, or you're bound to overlook some negatives.

For example, say you're tired of living in a noisy city, and you want to move to a country home. You may enjoy the peace and quiet at first, only to later notice that your commute is much longer. Now, instead of enjoying your new home, you and your family are spending a lot of time in the car. This is a negative that you might have noticed if you weren't so preoccupied with finding a quiet place to live.

That kind of scenario can happen with any item on your list. The key really is to keep a balanced list, and be aware of any potential drawbacks to a home.

If you have any questions about today's video, or about real estate in general, give me a call or send me an email. I'd be happy to help you!