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When the time comes to purchase a home, there are a number of considerations that you should take into account when selecting the right home or property for you. There are some ways that you can work to save a bit of money as well as make a great investment for home that will have a high resale value. Working with your real estate agent and being very sure of what you want to find in a home will help you to get into your ideal home.

Here are some of the things you should consider when narrowing down your requirements for a home:

1. Things you need to be close to: Selecting the right location for your home should be paramount. You will want to have good access to shopping, to work and for your children to go to school. Depending on the needs that you and your family have, you can work to get closer to the amenities that you require every day so that you can reduce your travel time. This can help you to save money and give you more time to spend at home.

2. The amount of space you require: If you have a large family or a vast array of furniture and appliances, you will need a fair amount of space. Having enough space so that your family can be comfortable is important. If you are considering expanding your family or potentially having elder relatives come to visit or live with you, it is important to consider this when you are selecting a home.

3. Weighing the options: You may be presented with a choice between getting a larger home, or being closer to your work and other amenities. Typically if you are interested in larger homes, you can afford a larger home on the outskirts of town. If you are willing to do a bit of extra driving and you require a large house, this can help you to get the space you need without paying extra money for it.

4. If you are willing to fix a home: Some homes will need work and if you have the appropriate mechanical knowledge, you can complete a number of home improvements and get a deal on a great fixer upper.

5. The value of your investment: If you are able to get a home in a desirable neighbourhood, you can look to see roughly how homes have increased in value over the past 5-10 years in the neighbourhoods you look in. By selecting a neighbourhood that looks good as an investment, you can work to increase the resale value of your home.

6. Condo or new home: You may be interested in building a home to your own specifications or living in a condo. Both can have their own advantages with relation to upkeep.

7. Creating a list of amenities and features you want: If you can create a list of features in a home that you want, such as having 2 bathrooms or a pool, you can work to narrow down the list of candidate homes to find homes that have the amenities you would like and amenities that you need for comfort.

With these ideas in mind, you can work with a real estate agent to identify the right home for you.