A. When visiting homes that have made your short list of contenders, pay attention to whether the home will accommodate your lifestyle. Other things to pay attention to include whether:
- There is enough room for both the present and the future, including storage
- There are enough bedrooms and bathrooms, and you are happy with their locations
- The home is structurally sound
- The mechanical systems and appliances work
- They yard is big enough or have enough useable space
- The floor plan works for you
- Anything needs to be repaired or replaced