House hunting is often the most exciting part of the moving experience, but without proper planning it can easily become the most frustrating as well. Kansas City movers All My Sons offers these suggestions to make finding the new home of your dreams simpler.

Make a Checklist. Decide the most important features you need in a new home and write them down. It’s easy to become dazzled by a flashy property and forget the most important elements like number of bedrooms and kitchen appliances, so work for a list to ensure you don’t overlook anything.

Do Two Walkthroughs. Walk through each house twice. The first time, just take in the overall appearance and atmosphere of the home. Then go back to the front door and walk through again with your checklist, marking off features as you see them.

Plan Your Layout. Take some basic measurements and even try to plan a rough layout while you walk through the property. This ensures that you get a space that is big enough for all your furniture and other items.

Consider the Entire Neighborhood. Take a brief walk around the neighborhood the house is located in. Consider features and amenities like schools, access to shopping and entertainment, and places for kids to play.

Your new home is intended to last a long time, so it is important to make sure your choice is an informed one.