By Kathy Henne

Contributing columnist

Now that you have your wants vs needs list in hand, the fun really begins! It’s time to start looking at listings online and choosing which houses to see in person.

Keep these suggestions in mind:

Use the search filters, but don’t go crazy. You don’t want to restrict your search so tightly that you only have a handful or no homes to view. Your agent can set up a search for you in your local MLS, so you’ll be notified right away when new listings hit the market.

Check out the Google street view. Online pictures can be deceiving so a virtual “walk down the street” will give you a sense of the house and surrounding area.

Jot down the MLS number and addresses of homes you like.

If a great home is pending, just keep an eye on it. Occasionally pending contracts do fall through.

Call your agent and set a time for viewing the homes you’re interested in. You may want to hold more time than you think you’ll need. You may just decide to write an offer on a great home!

Contact the Kathy Henne Team Re/MAX by calling 937-778-3961