Needs vs Wants
The point of this page is to help you clearly outline what you are looking for in a home. Some of those things are amenities and features of the actual building or lot, others will be to do with the geography.
Amenities desired in Sterling VA homes for sale
The most effective method for keeping your decision making process clear is a three row list. In fact, it is suggested that you actually write your list as you read through this page. The three rows you should start with are:
| MUST HAVE | |||
| Would Like | |||
| MUST NOT HAVE |
This list will also have three distinct columns, as follows:
| Consideration/Rank | Import about the home | Important about the lot | Important about the location |
| MUST HAVE | |||
| Would Like | |||
| MUST NOT HAVE |
By filling in this list before you start your search, and then sticking to it, you will be sure to avoid making a hasty emotional decision about a property without really confirming that it suits your needs.
Here is an example of what your “Needs vs Wants” list might look like when completed:
| Consideration/Rank | Import about the home | Important about the lot | Important about the location |
| MUST HAVE | 4 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms Full Finished, Walkout Basement (For Rec Room) 2 Car Garage Study for homework ETC |
Deck Full-Fenced back yard ETC |
Walk to stores, etc (You can easily check on walkability here) Close to Route 50 access for commute ETC |
| Would Like | Master Bedroom Juccuzi Tub Hardwoods in foyer |
In-ground pool | Backs to parkland No neighbors for 50 miles in any direction |
| MUST NOT HAVE | Renovations or remodeling needed Been build before 1934 |
Storm drain in backyard | Located on major highway |
Now you have your list, the rule are simple. Don’t look at anything that has any “MUST NOT HAVE” item, nor any listing that is missing a “MUST HAVE ITEM”. That way you will only see properties that make sense for you. Then you can use the “Would LIKE” list to rank the ones you like.
So, if you have been following along with our steps, you know how much house you want to buy and how much it will cost you each month. Using the list on this page, you know exactly what you want that home to offer. Its finally time to start searching listings, so visit our “Start Your Search” page and you will off in flash!
