What to Look For When Buying a House

"The Mortgage Reports" says at their website, 

• Location, location, location. You've probably heard it before. ... 
• Price. ... 
• Home style and size. ... 
• Home amenities. ... 
• Quality of nearby schools. ... 
• Taxes and cost of living. ... 
• Size of the property. ... 
• Homeowners association (if applicable)

But even if you are buying a house, you will need a quality home inspection to tell you if there is a major plumbing issue, problem with the roof leading to leaks anywhere, a pest control problem or any number of problems addressed at  this site: such as bad flooring and foundation problems, funny smells, mold, and heating and cooling problems. All of these can be really costly for a new homeowner so you cannot be too careful. Things to look at: the age of the house, whether it is close to water or not, and whether you have a good real estate agent by your side to order the home inspection for you so you know your future money is safe.