Check Out The Neighborhood
		(   ) zoning of any vacant parcels (   ) overhead wires (   ) environmental issues (   ) flooding of streets (   ) convicted sex offenders (   ) school district (   ) municipal water (   ) potential road widenings
		Check Out The House
		(   ) confirm the taxes on the house, without exemptions (   ) determine if there is any deferral of taxes due to be restored (   ) check if all structural improvements have been "legalized" (   ) hire a home inspector to thoroughly examine the premises
		Retain An Experienced Real Estate Attorney
		(   ) Click Here for info on how to choose your lawyer
		Choose A Mortgage
		(   ) compare interest rates and closing costs (   ) Click Here to calculate the cost of your mortgage (   ) (without taxes and insurance)
		Consult With An Accountant For Tax Consequences

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