Step 6 of 48 Phase 1: Visualize Home Ownership
1.6 Start Collecting Listings
Begin browsing and saving property listings that catch your eye.
Pro Tips
- Set up alerts on multiple listing sites
- Save listings that interest you
- Note what you like and dislike about each
- Track price changes over time
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Falling in love with professional photos that make homes look bigger and brighter than they are
- Ignoring price trends in the area - a home priced well below comparable sales may have hidden issues
- Only looking at one listing site instead of comparing across multiple platforms
- Getting emotionally attached to a listing before you are financially ready to buy