Clovis/Portales House Hunting Checklist
All house hunters - whether they're first time buyers or experienced homeowners - want to buy their perfect home. And, it's very easy to become overwhelmed with all the homes in Roosevelt and Curry County that seem like good candidates (neighborhood, architecture style, etc.).
So, to help you prioritize your "likes" list from online to the list of places you actually see, take this Home Buyer Checklist along when you go house hunting. Highlight the items that are most valuable to you. It'll help you put things into perspective and use practical ways to measure the homes you've been viewing. By completing this list, you'll be able to compare and contrast the attributes of up to three houses.
Buying a house is a big step. We can give you home buying tips on choosing the place that's going to be your first home. Call us, Kiva Realty's real estate experts, at (575) 356-5555 and we can help you make the decision that leads you to the house of your dreams.
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| The Area |
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| Minutes Away From Schools |
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| Near Shops / Dining |
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| Expressways Nearby |
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| Miles Away From Train Stations |
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| Minutes Away From Doctors / Dentists |
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| Miles Away From Place of Worship |
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| Garbage Collection |
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| Street Lights |
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| Bike Friendly |
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| Streets / Alleys Well-Maintained |
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| Type of Traffic |
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| Playgrounds |
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| Neighbors' Properties Well-Maintained |
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| Major Appliances Installed |
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| Neighborhood Rules |
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| Close to Airports / Trains |
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| Area Zoned Residential |
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| Near Industry |
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| Proposed Special Assessments |
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| Green-Friendly Neighborhood |
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| The Home |
| Age of House |
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| No. of Stories |
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| Wood Frame, Brick Frame or Siding |
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| Roof Quality |
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| Quality of Foundation |
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| Overall Exterior Appearance |
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| Multi-Car Garage |
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| No. of Bathrooms |
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| No. of Closets |
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| No. of Bedrooms |
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| Oil, Gas or Electric Heat |
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| Insulation |
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| Central Air Conditioning |
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| Energy-Conservation Features |
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| Age of Heating System |
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| Age of Water Heater |
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| Capacity of Water Heater |
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| Age of Electrical Wiring |
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| Plumbing Condition |
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| Estimated Water Bill |
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| Estimated Heating Bill |
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| Living Areas |
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| Fireplace |
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| Separate Dining Area |
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| Family Room |
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| Carpeting - No. of Rooms |
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| Eat-In Kitchen |
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| Refrigerator |
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| Stove / Oven (Gas / Electric) |
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| Garbage Disposal |
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| Dishwasher |
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| Broken / Drafty Windows |
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| Storm Windows / Screens |
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| Washer / Dryer Outlets |
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| Laundry Room |
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| Renovated Basement |
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| Attic |
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| Sump Pump / Drainage |
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| Connected to Sewer System |
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| Patio / Deck |
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| Backyard Fence |
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| Landscaping |
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| Property Line |
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| Security (dead bolts, detectors) |
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| Building Code |
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| Compliance |
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| Ability to Renovate / Expand House |
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