Buying a house

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Things to consider when buying a new house

Neighborhood

Is it near your work?

Is it near schools?

How far is the nearest shopping center?

Is it near a highway / expressway / trainstation / airport?

Is public transportation nearby?

How far from doctors/dentist?

How far from church?

Is garbage collected regularly?

Is the neighborhood well lit?

Is the neighborhood well maintained?

How is traffic volume in the neighborhood?

Is there any industry in / near the neighborhood?

Are there any environmental concerns?

The house

How old is it?

How many stories does it have?

Wood / brick frame

Aluminum siding

How is the roof condition?

What's the condition of the foundation?

How's the overall exterior condition?

Garage?

Number of bathrooms

Number of closets

Number of bedrooms

What kind of heating (age, capacity)

Insulation

Does it have air conditioning

Plumbing condition

Estimated costs (water, heat, electric)

Does it have a fireplace?

Is there a separate dining room?

Does it have a patio?

How is the backyard?

How is the security?

Ability to expand / enlarge