Needs & Wants

Keeping in mind what you can afford, determine your needs & wants within your price range:

  • Consider your current and long term lifestyle.
  • Select an urban, suburban or rural location that best serves your evolving lifestyle.
  • Choose neighbourhoods in close proximity to the amenities that are most important to you like: schools, shopping, entertainment, recreation and transportation.
  • Consider your commute times to work, school, friends and family.
  • Determine the size of home you require such as the minimum number of bedrooms, as well as any other space requirements, like room for a home office.
  • Understand the home features most important to you such as parking or a large yard.
  • Decide on a property type that suits your lifestyle, needs & finances:  condo, townhouse, single or multi-family dwelling.