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Wish List

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Definition

A document or list you create to organize features and characteristics you want in your future home. Your wish list includes both essential requirements and nice-to-have features.

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Creating a detailed wish list before beginning a home search helps buyers communicate their needs to their agent and evaluate properties more effectively. The list should be flexible enough to adapt as buyers learn about the local market and what's realistically available at their price point. Wish lists can be updated as priorities change during the buying process.

Pro Tip

Share your wish list with your real estate agent to ensure they understand your priorities.

Example

The family's wish list included: modern kitchen, hardwood floors, finished basement for home office, in-ground pool, and proximity to top-rated schools.

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