Researching a home before making an offer can help you avoid common pitfalls.

There are several factors that buyers should consider before making an offer. Each homebuyer is different, requiring an individualized assessment of needs and wants. When you are searching for a home, you should determine what it is that you want in a house. Before purchasing a home, consider the following elements of the property:

1. Location, location, location
2. The size of the property
3. How many bedrooms you need
4. How many bathrooms you need
5. The kitchen facilities and layout
6. The age of the house
7. The budget you are willing to offer

Location, location, location

A house's location is an important factor in determining its value. A house located near your workplace will provide you with convenience and save you time. Be sure to pay special consideration to the area in which you buy your house. The property should be located near your place of employment, make sure that it's located close to your workplace so you don't waste time commuting.

The size of the property

When choosing a house, consider the size of the internal space and plot area. The size of your house is on impacts multiple aspects of your home’s use and potential.

How many bedrooms you need

Every house has a bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and family room. The ideal number of bedrooms for a family will vary according to the family's needs. A home may be a house, apartment, condominium, or other dwelling unit. Each of these rooms performs an essential function. The family room is important because it provides space for entertaining guests or for relaxing on leisurely evenings. In modern times, a home is often defined as a place of residence rather than just the building or structure that houses it. If you are considering having children in the future and would like to have an extra bedroom or two on hand, it may be wise to consider purchasing a house with extra bedrooms. Additional bedrooms can be used for guests or as home offices. Consider how you intend to use a bedroom space for and make a purchase that meets all your personal requirements needed for the layout of the rooms. The floor plans of a house needs to be user friendly and the rooms to be easily accessible to everyone.

How many bathrooms you need

Most homeowners need two bathrooms for every three bedrooms. The recommended number of bathrooms for most homeowners is two per three bedrooms, with an adult bathroom and a children's bathroom in a house with three bedrooms. For example, if you have a three-bedroom house, it is most likely that there will be a bathroom for adults and another for the family.

The kitchen facilities and layout

The kitchen is the heart of the home. The kitchen is a multifunctional space that should be designed to accommodate your preferences. It's where we cook, entertain, start our day and relax at night. With this in mind, because of its importance and versatility, the kitchen should be designed to suit one’s needs.

The age of the house

If you plan to make major changes to a house, find out when it was built. The average lifespan of any concrete structure is 75-100 years. There might be rules governing your ability to alter a property based on its age. However, apartments generally have a 50-60 year lifespan while houses have a 40 year lifespan. Many local ordinances impose restrictions on renovations based on a property's age. Homebuyers need to be aware that some local zoning regulations will affect what they can do to a property.

The budget you are willing to offer for a property

Before starting your search for the perfect property, research the available options on relevant property portals. Being realistic about your price range will help you find a home that matches your budget. When you buy a house, you take out a mortgage. How much you pay depends on several factors, including the amount of the loan and what type of mortgage you choose. You can use a mortgage calculator to estimate how much your monthly mortgage payment will be, and you should take into account the term of your loan and its effect on interest costs.