“If we’re patient and look long enough, we’ll find the perfect house.” That’s what some people say when new home shopping.
Of course, there’s nothing wrong with wanting to find a place that meets most of your needs and wants. But waiting for perfection may be a mistake.
By comparing houses on the with only the “dream” in your head, you risk missing out on properties that meet most of your requirements. These may be terrific homes, well priced in the that ultimately go to another buyer.
Instead judge each house by its own merits. Compile a list of items and features that are important to you and place them in order of importance. Then evaluate houses against these criteria. Ask yourself: Does it meet my most important criteria? How do I really feel about not getting certain items on my list? Will I be really disappointed when somebody else buys this house? Then, be careful not to let every item become a roadblock that prevents you from buying what is truly a dream home.