You walked into an amazing property, felt the sun on your face from the north-facing deck, chosen the kids’ bedrooms, and planned where you’d put your coffee machine on the kitchen bench. Now all that’s left is to actually buy the place. Before you put in an offer, there are a few important steps you need to take to ensure your dream home doesn’t turn into a nightmare. Here’s our checklist for what to do once you find a property you want to buy.