• How Do You Find a House?

Some buyers like to search REALTOR.comŪ by looking at listings on the basis of location or price; others prefer to have local REALTORSŪ suggest properties; and many buyers prefer both approaches.

Regardless of your choice, it's important to target your search. By using basic measures such as general location and affordability, you can refine your search and focus on homes that offer the most desirable features.

As a guide, you should maintain a file with information on each of the homes you like. You can print out listing pages from REALTOR.comŪ and then make notes for each one -- what you like, questions, REALTORŪ contact data, etc.