There are many factors in deciding what your next home should be. Selecting your new home can involve many elements that you may not have considered. The following is a home selection checklist that I have put together to help you clarify your thoughts:

• When will you be ready to purchase?
• Do you need to sell your existing home before you can purchase your new one?
• Have you spoken with your lender to obtain a "pre-qual" letter?
• In what area do you want your home to be?
• What type of home are you looking for?
• How much space do you need in your home?
• Why are you buying a new home?
• What are the schools like?
• How is the recreation in the area?
• What are the longer term trends in the area?