Step 2: Identify Your Wants and Needs

One of the most useful parts of the homebuying journey is learning what you may need in a home and where you want to live. 

Before narrowing your search to one floorplan or community, explore the possibilities. Consider how you live now, what could change in the future and which features would make daily life easier. 

Think about: 

• The amount of space you need now and later 

• Whether a condo, townhome or single-family home suits your lifestyle 

• The number of bedrooms and bathrooms you need 

• Whether you need flexible space for work, hobbies or guests 

• Your commute and daily routine 

• Access to schools, shopping, dining, recreation and green space 

• Your preferred locations and community features 

• Your ideal move-in timeline 

Keep an open mind as you explore. You may discover that the home that fits your needs is in a community you had not originally considered. 

Mattamy offers a variety of home types across multiple communities, sometimes within close proximity to one another. Exploring several options can help you understand which combination of home, location and lifestyle feels right for you. 

A Mattamy Online Buyer Experience Specialist can answer early questions and help with this exploration. They can help you learn about communities, home types and available options before you are ready to focus your search.