Guides

Buyers Guide

Your Perfect House

Before you start looking for houses, it is important to think of what kind of house you really want.What features are essential? Which ones could you do without? By constructing this list now, it will not only help you rate houses when viewing, but also help put your ideals into perspective when you come to make the big decision.

Rememeber, moving house is the third most stressful event after bereavement and divorce... and also the biggest investment you will ever make in your life. By filling out this form, you will return to it time and time again, especially if and when frustration sets in.

Feel free to print out this form, and remember, be realistic!


The Ideal House

Type Of House
Terraced
Semi-Detatched
Detatched
Bungalow
Flats/Maisonette
Age
Modern
60's
50's
40's
30's
20's
Edwardian
Victorian
Georgian
Medieval
Rooms
Bedrooms: No., Double?
Bathroom: Bath, Shower, (Ensuite?), No. of Toilets
Kitchen: Fully Fitted?
Conservatory
Lounge
Study/Office
Utility Room
Dining Room: Seperate?
Attic/Loft
Basement
Front Hall
Cloakroom
Reception
Other Features
Heating: Central, Gas
Double Glazing
Fireplace
External Features
Garden: Back, Front, Side
Patio
Shed
Greenhouse
Driveway, Car Spaces
Garage: Single, Double
The Local Area
Location: City, Suburb, Town, Village
Nearby Amenities: Shops, Work, School, Train Station