Moorpark, CA House Hunting: Things to Look For
All consumers shopping for real estate - whether they're first time buyers or experienced homeowners - want to buy their ideal home. And, it's very easy to become overwhelmed with all the homes in Moorpark that might fit your needs (list price, location, etc.).
To help you narrow your "possibilities" list from the computer to the list of places you actually see, take this Home Buyer Checklist along when you go house hunting. Put an emphasis on the items that are most valuable to you. It'll help you put things in line and use practical ways to measure the homes you're picking out. By completing this list, you can judge the attributes of two or three homes. Click here to print this page.
Buying a home is a big step. I can give you home buying tips on choosing a home that's right for you in Moorpark. Call me, Moorpark's real estate expert, at (888) 411-0990 and I can help you get on the right track to the house of your dreams.
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| The Community |
| Near Work |
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| Minutes Away From Schools |
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| Close to Shopping |
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| Interstates Nearby |
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| Near Bus Stops |
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| Miles Away From Physicians |
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| Close to Place of Worship |
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| Garbage Collection |
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| Traffic Signs |
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| Kid Friendly |
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| Streets / Alleys Well-Maintained |
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| Type of Traffic |
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| Playgrounds |
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| Neighbors' Properties Well-Maintained |
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| All Utilities Installed |
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| HOA Restrictions |
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| Minutes Away From Airports / Trains |
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| Area Zoned Residential |
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| Near Industry |
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| Proposed Special Assessments |
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| Environmental Concerns / Influences |
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| The House |
| Age of House |
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| No. of Floors |
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| Wood Frame, Brick Frame or Siding |
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| Quality of Roof |
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| Foundation Appearance |
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| General Exterior Appearance |
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| Two-Car Garage |
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| No. of Bathrooms |
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| No. of Closets |
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| No. of Bedrooms |
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| Oil, Gas or Electric Heat |
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| Insulation |
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| Central Air Conditioning |
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| Energy-Conservation Features |
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| Age of Heating System |
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| Age of Water Heater |
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| Capacity of Water Heater |
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| Age of Electrical Wiring |
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| Quality of Plumbing Pipes |
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| Estimated Water Bill |
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| Estimated Heating Bill |
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| Estimated Electric Bill |
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| Living Areas |
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| Fireplace |
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| Separate Dining Space |
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| Family Room |
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| Carpeting - No. of Rooms |
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| Kitchen Eating Area |
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| Refrigerator |
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| Stove / Oven (Gas / Electric) |
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| Garbage Disposal |
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| Dishwasher |
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| Broken / Drafty Windows |
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| Storm Windows / Screens |
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| Washer / Dryer Outlets |
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| Laundry Room |
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| Finished Basement |
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| Attic |
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| Sump Pump / Drainage |
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| Connected to Sewer System |
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| Patio / Deck |
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| Backyard Fence |
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| Curb Appeal |
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| Property Boundaries |
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| Security (dead bolts, detectors) |
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| Building Code |
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| Compliance |
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| Ability to Expand / Enlarge Home |
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