Tips for Buying a Home:

First and foremost, make sure you have professional representation to protect and represent your interests. The seller’s agent represents the seller, so you need a buyer’s agent to represent you.
Decide on a location as well as a backup location should nothing suitable be available in your price range.
Research all schools in your desired location; make sure you feel comfortable with them.
Check long-term building plans to make sure no noisy roadways, overpasses, plants, etc., are planned.
If you plan to add to your home check setbacks and building codes.