PAUSE. Before you “swipe right” on what you think is your dream home, it’s important to ask yourself a few simple questions.

Can I really afford the home? Knowing your max budget before you start looking can save heartbreak later on.

Am I considering everything I really want, like a certain distance from my work, or am I just falling in love with the pictures?

Is this a place I can see myself living in for the next few years or will I need to move again because of changing circumstances (growing family, retirement, etc.)?