Homebuying Emotions Aside

Emotions Aside, How to Choose the Right Home

When buying a home, it is easy to get caught up in emotions. You fall in love with the new kitchen or giant yard, but the largest purchase for most people requires some objective consideration. The best way to determine if a house has the potential to be your dream home is to visually apply your daily life to it.

Just another day

Picture yourself living in the home on a typical day in your life.

Everyday living

Entertainment

Maintenance

Outside

Household tasks & local activities

Once you determine a house is ideal for your family’s way of living, think about where you need to go when you pull out of the driveway.

Is there a grocery and hardware store, library, farmers’ market? Are there other retailers and service providers you and your family use regularly near this home? If your children are currently enrolled in sports and activities, can they continue or will you have to find new ones? Are there families nearby to carpool with? Will your children have to change schools?

Making your decision

Create a checklist of things that matter to you and rate each home you’re considering by these criteria. It will be easier to keep your emotions in check using this type of unbiased tool.

Finally, the object of your desire may look different after you step away. Take these tips into consideration and be sure to sleep on it before making a commitment.