House Hunting List
All house hunters - whether new to the process or experienced homeowners - want to buy their ideal house. And, it's easy to become overwhelmed with all the houses in that seem like good candidates (price, no. of bedrooms, etc.).
So, to help you narrow down your "good enough" list from online to the list of houses you tour, take this Home Buyer Checklist along when you go shopping for your house. Highlight the items that are most important to you. It'll help you put things in line and use practical ways to measure the homes you've been looking at now. With this list, you'll be able to see at a glance the attributes of up to three houses. Click here to print this page.
Buying a house is an exciting step. We can offer advice and show you a home that's right for you in Los Angeles County. Contact us and we can help you make your way to the home of your dreams.
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| Asking Price |
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| The Area |
| Near Work |
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| Near Schools |
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| Near Stores / Restaurants |
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| Interstates Nearby |
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| Close to Public Transportation |
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| Miles Away From Doctors / Dentists |
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| Close to Place of Worship |
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| Garbage Collection |
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| Traffic Warnings |
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| Pedestrian Friendly |
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| Streets / Alleys Well-Maintained |
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| Amount of Traffic |
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| Walking / Biking Trails |
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| Neighbors' Properties Well-Maintained |
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| All Utilities Installed |
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| Neighborhood Rules |
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| Close to Airports / Trains |
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| Area Zoned Residential |
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| Near Industry |
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| Proposed Special Assessments |
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| Green-Friendly Neighborhood |
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| The Home |
| Year House Built |
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| No. of Stories |
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| Wood Frame, Brick Frame or Siding |
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| Quality of Roof |
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| Foundation Quality |
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| Overall Exterior Condition |
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| Two-Car Garage |
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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, Gas or Electric 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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| Age of Water Heater |
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| Capacity of Water Heater |
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| Age of Electrical Wiring |
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| Quality of Plumbing Pipes |
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| Estimated Water Bill |
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| Estimated Heating Bill |
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| Estimated Electric Bill |
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| Living Areas |
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| Fireplace |
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| Separate Dining Room |
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| Family Room |
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| Carpeting - No. of Rooms |
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| Eat-In Kitchen |
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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 / Drafty Windows |
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| Storm Windows / Screens |
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| Washer / Dryer Outlets |
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| Laundry Area |
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| Renovated 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 / Deck |
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| Backyard Fence |
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| Curb Appeal |
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| Property Boundaries |
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| Safety (dead bolts, detectors) |
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| Building Code |
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| Compliance |
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| Ability to Renovate / Enlarge Home |
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