Prior to starting your new home search, it’s important to have a clear idea of what home features are most important to you and your family. From hardwood floors to open-concept layouts to the size of your backyard, pinpointing what you want and don’t want in your next home is the first step of this process.

Instead of simply jotting down things you’d like, ask yourself specific questions, particularly focused on your day-to-day living and how certain home features will keep you and your family comfortable at home for years to come. Start by thinking of your current home, how it affects you and what it’s missing. Here’s a list of questions to get you started: