Buying a Home in Englewood, Florida
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Home Buyers Checklist
Buying a home can be a daunting yet rewarding task. That’s why Sunnybrook Realty has compiled a “Home Buyers Checklist” so you can factor in all the criteria that is important for you and your family when purchasing a new home.
Download and print our checklist so you can compare the Englewood, Florida homes you have visited and make an informed decision on one of the biggest purchases of your family’s lifetime.
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| Address | . | . | . |
| Asking Price | $ | $ | $ |
| Real Estate Taxes | $ | $ | $ |
| The Community | |||
| Near Work | . | . | . |
| Minutes Away From Schools | . | . | . |
| Miles Away From Shopping | . | . | . |
| Expressways Nearby | . | . | . |
| Near Public Transportation | . | . | . |
| Near Physicians | . | . | . |
| Near Place of Worship | . | . | . |
| Garbage Collection | . | . | . |
| Street Lights | . | . | . |
| Sidewalks | . | . | . |
| Streets / Alleys Well-Maintained | . | . | . |
| Heavy Traffic | . | . | . |
| Playgrounds | . | . | . |
| Neighbors’ Properties Well-Maintained | . | . | . |
| Major Appliances Available | . | . | . |
| Neighborhood Rules | . | . | . |
| Minutes Away From Airports / Trains | . | . | . |
| Area Zoned Residential | . | . | . |
| Near Industry | . | . | . |
| Proposed Special Assessments | . | . | . |
| Green-Friendly Neighborhood | . | . | . |
| The Home | |||
| Age of Home | . | . | . |
| No. of Floors | . | . | . |
| Wood Frame, Brick Frame or Siding | . | . | . |
| Quality of Roof | . | . | . |
| Quality of Foundation | . | . | . |
| Overall Exterior Quality | . | . | . |
| Two-Car Garage | . | . | . |
| No. of Bathrooms | . | . | . |
| No. of Closets | . | . | . |
| No. of Bedrooms | . | . | . |
| Oil, Gas or Electric Heat | . | . | . |
| Insulation | . | . | . |
| Central Air Conditioning | . | . | . |
| Energy-Conservation Features | . | . | . |
| Age of Heating System | . | . | . |
| Age of Water Heater | . | . | . |
| Capacity of Water Heater | . | . | . |
| Age of Electrical Wiring | . | . | . |
| Quality of Plumbing Pipes | . | . | . |
| Estimated Water Bill | $ | $ | $ |
| Estimated Heating Bill | $ | $ | $ |
| Estimated Electric Bill | $ | $ | $ |
| Living Spaces | . | . | . |
| Fireplace | . | . | . |
| Separate Dining Area | . | . | . |
| Family Room | . | . | . |
| Carpeting – No. of Rooms | . | . | . |
| Eat-In Kitchen | . | . | . |
| Refrigerator | . | . | . |
| Stove / Oven (Gas / Electric) | . | . | . |
| Garbage Disposal | . | . | . |
| Dishwasher | . | . | . |
| Broken / Drafty Windows | . | . | . |
| Storm Windows / Screens | . | . | . |
| Washer / Dryer Outlets | . | . | . |
| Laundry Area | . | . | . |
| Renovated Basement | . | . | . |
| Attic | . | . | . |
| Sump Pump / Drainage | . | . | . |
| Connected to Sewer System | . | . | . |
| Patio / Deck | . | . | . |
| Backyard Fence | . | . | . |
| Curb Appeal | . | . | . |
| Property Line | . | . | . |
| Security (dead bolts, detectors) | . | . | . |
| Building Code | . | . | . |
| Compliance | . | . | . |
| Ability to Expand / Enlarge House | . | . | . |