Comments on Chris Beckworth ^dot^ com: The Great House Hunt

You have received some really good advice so far. ...

2007-03-07T08:36:00.000-08:00

You have received some really good advice so far. I only have a couple:

corner lot or cul de sac- both give you more privacy and resale is better, weather you resale in 5 yrs or 25.

3 car garage and a place for lawn equipment, etc.

floored attic space

premium heating/cooling and a water heater placed strategically. In our current home, we have one at one end

Biggest piece of advise is to stay 100% emotionall...

2007-03-05T09:55:00.000-08:00

Biggest piece of advise is to stay 100% emotionally neutral. It's tough to do, but could potentially save you thousands upon thousands. Be willing to walk away from any deal at any time. Do not succumb to feeling pressured into making a decision because of time, etc.

Don't sign anything like a buyer's agent agreement. This way if you find a house on your own, you can negotiate that

I know a lot for sale just East of 75 off of Count...

2007-03-04T15:21:00.000-08:00

I know a lot for sale just East of 75 off of Country Club Road in a great location in Lucas, Tx. You can build your own house exactly like you want it. I know the people who would be living next door. They have two great kids and they might even do some free babysitting for you in the future.

Ok - well you asked! Here's what we considered:*c...

2007-03-04T10:43:00.000-08:00

Ok - well you asked! Here's what we considered:
*corner lot
*trees
*no alley's (or if an alley, at least you live on the corner and don't have far to drive)
*circle drive? good for company to visit
*pool? or yard big enough to have one?
*no major through street - you don't want the local fire dept to consider your neighborhood a thorough fare to major highway - don't