House hunting checklist
It's easy to fall for a home's looks and miss the things that cost money later. Run through this at each showing — your checked items are saved in this browser.
It's easy to fall for staging and natural light and miss the things that cost money later. Use this checklist at every showing so you compare homes on the same criteria. Your checks are saved in this browser only.
A checklist doesn't replace a professional home inspection, which you'll schedule after your offer is accepted. Use your notes to decide which homes are worth an offer and to plan negotiations. If a home is a condo, read condo vs single-family for the extra financing checks.
Signs of water damage, foundation or structural issues, the age of the roof and major systems, neighborhood noise and traffic, and the true monthly costs including taxes and HOA dues.
There's no right number. Many buyers tour 8 to 15 homes, but in a fast market you may need to act on the first one that meets your checklist.
No. It helps you screen homes before making an offer. A licensed inspector should still review the home during your inspection period.