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When considering a new home, start a list of features that you would really like in your new home. Let your husband and children do their own lists. Compare these lists over dinner one night and make the duplicate wants guide you in your house hunting criteria. Things like fireplace, sun in the daytime work/living areas, a street safe enough for the kids to play road hockey should be itemized. Once you all agree to the "A" list... stick to it and make sure the real estate agent abides by it as well. Don't waste anyone's time by looking at a house with none or few of your important features.