Scott Armstrong, Realtor
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Your Home Wish List
Who will be living in this home?
What are the non-negotiables for your home?
If you had to name your top five non-negotiables, what would they be?
Beyond your top five needs, what is something you really want?
Do you have a preference for the year the house was built?
Do you want a house in move-in condition or are you willing to do some work on it?
When people visit your home, what do you want it to say about you?
Are there any specific features that would make your next house feel instantly like home?
Will you require accessibility options?
EXTERIOR
What type of home are you looking for (single-family, condo, town house, etc.)?
Approximately what square footage would adequately cover your living space?
How many stories do you prefer?
What lot size are you looking for?
What architectural styles are you drawn to?
What type of exterior siding appeals to you?
Do you want a porch, deck, or both?
What are you looking for in terms of a garage [e.g., attached, carport, etc.]?
What type of driveway or vehicle entrance/exit will you require?
Do you want a swimming pool or a hot tub?
Are you looking for any structures such as a greenhouse or shed?
Do you need special outdoor arrangements for pets? (A dog run, fenced-in yard, etc)
What other exterior features are important to you?
INTERIOR
What style do you envision for the interior of your home? (e.g., formal, casual, cozy, traditional, minimalist, modern, etc.)?
What kind of floor plan do you prefer (e.g., open vs. walls or divided living spaces)?
In general, what are your preferences for the interior?
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How many bathrooms do you need?
What are your needs for each of the bathrooms?
Will any bathroom need to serve a specific purpose (powder room, swimming pool access, fit for small children, accessibility specifications)?
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How many bedrooms do you need?
How will each of those rooms be used?
What are your preferences for the owner’s suite?
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What are your general preferences for the kitchen?
What features must your kitchen have (e.g., breakfast nook, types of appliances, etc.)?
What finishes do you like (e.g., countertops, flooring, cupboards, sink, appliances, etc.)?
Will your kitchen need to accommodate anything with custom measurements (beverage cooler, island, farmhouse sink, butcher block countertop).
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What are your general preferences for your living and family room(s)?
What size room(s) do you have in mind?
Do you prefer your living and family room(s) to be separate and intended for different purposes?
Do you want a fireplace?
What other living areas are you looking for? (e.g., playroom for children, studio, mud room)
What else do you see for living areas?
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Would you like the dining room to be part of the kitchen configuration?
What about the living room – how should it be situated with regard to the dining room?
What size dining room table do you have? Is there other dining room furniture I should take into account?