What to include in your property wish list

Start with the basics

Your wish list should include preferred suburbs, budget range, property type and minimum bedrooms and bathrooms. These are the filters that determine whether a property is even worth a conversation.

Be specific about must-haves

Common must-haves include garaging, school zones, single-level living, outdoor space or a home office. The more specific you are, the easier it is to identify genuine matches.

Include deal breakers

Deal breakers save time. Examples might include busy roads, no garaging, too much renovation required or a location that does not suit your commute. Sharing these upfront is helpful, not restrictive.

Add lifestyle preferences

Are you looking for beach proximity, walkability, low maintenance, family layout or investment potential? Lifestyle factors often matter as much as the floor plan.

How you want to be contacted

Some buyers prefer email alerts, others text or phone calls. Letting an agent know your preference, and whether you only want to hear about strong matches, helps keep communication useful.

Keep it updated

Preferences change. Finance gets approved, suburbs move up or down the list, and must-haves shift. A good buyer list is kept current so you hear about the right properties at the right time. Add your buyer preferences, review the buying approach, or explore Fitzroy property insight.