Step 1: Research 
The Buyz123 guide
Read how this guide can assist your decision-making and ensure that you consider all your options before making a purchase.
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What is available on the market?
Research the various types of houses that are available on the market and what features you need to know about before you buy.
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- Type - detached house, attached house, townhouse, two storey house
- Size
- Construction - brick, timber, stone, metal
- Costs - national average prices of cottages and family homes
Is it suited to me?
Ask yourself these key questions to make sure that your new house is the “perfect fit” for you.
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- How long do I expect to keep this house?
- How many bathrooms should the house have?
- What sleeping accommodation should the house have?
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Step 1: Evaluation 
Once you know what's available - it's time to narrow down the options
Look at how well each particular house meets your particular needs and eliminate the ones that don't suit you.
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- House structure - number of rooms, garage, storage areas
- Location - city, rural, suburban
- Municipal costs - rates, insurance, other fees
- Exterior features - garden, pool, fence, patio or deck, store shed
My features list
Use this list to get a quick and effective overview of the house and to ensure that it has all the features that are most important to you.
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Comparing houses to one another
Consider these questions to help you make that final choice.
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- Which house is the best value for money?
- Which is the closest to amenities?
- Which house suits my needs the best?
- Which do I like the best?
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Step 1: Purchase 
I want to buy it - but how?
The different ways you can buy houses and the pros and cons of each method.
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- Internet, private seller, real estate agency
- Choosing a seller - questions to ask
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