With an appreciation of what you can afford, determine your needs and wants within your home purchase price range:
- Consider your current lifestyle as well as any lifestyle changes you foresee longer term.
- Select an urban, suburban or rural location that best serves the needs of your evolving lifestyle.
- Choose neighbourhoods in close proximity to the amenities that are most important to you like schools, shopping, entertainment, recreation and transportation.
- Consider your commute times to work, school, friends and family.
- Determine the size of home you require, such as the minimum number of bedrooms, as well as any other space requirements, like a room for a home office.
- Understand the home features most important to you, such as additional bathrooms or a large yard.
- Decide on a property type that suits your lifestyle, needs and finances whether confo, townhouse, single or multi-family dwelling.
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