Tell Us What Home Looks Like to You

These questions are designed to help me understand not just what you are looking for on paper, but how you want to feel in your home — and what kind of place will make the most sense for your life. Take your time. The more specific you are, the more useful this becomes.

Before We Begin

How can I reach you?

So I can follow up after you submit.

Full Name

Email Address

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Question 1

What kind of home are you drawn to?

Historic or older homes with character and a story? Something newly built or modern with clean lines and new systems? A thoughtful renovation that bridges both? Or are you still figuring that out?

Question 2

What is it about that kind of home that appeals to you?

Is it a feeling? A practical consideration — like new systems or no renovation needed? Something you grew up around, or something you've always wanted? There's no right answer — just your answer.

Question 3

Have you lived in an older or historic home before?

If yes, what did you love — and what would you do differently? If no, what are you most curious or cautious about?

Question 4

What original features or period details matter most to you in a historic home?

Hardwood floors, period tile, built-in cabinetry, plaster walls, original windows, a Batchelder fireplace — what would you hate to discover had been removed or renovated away?

Question 5

Describe your ideal home in a few sentences — not the specs, but the feeling.

What does it feel like to walk in? What do you hear? What do you see out the window on a Sunday morning?

Question 6

What kind of story do you want your home to hold when you leave it someday?

This is a bigger question than it sounds — and it tells me a lot about the kind of buyer you are, and the kind of home you deserve.

Question 5

What architectural styles speak to you?

Craftsman bungalow, Victorian, Spanish Colonial, mid-century modern, contemporary, new construction — or a mix? Don't worry if you're not sure of the names. Describe it however makes sense to you.

Question 6

Move-in ready or a cosmetic fixer — where do you land?

Some buyers want to walk in and live. Others love the chance to put their stamp on a space. Most are somewhere in between.

Move-in ready — I want to walk in and live Cosmetic fixer — I love putting my stamp on a space Either — if the bones are right, I can work with anything Somewhere in between

Question 7

What features or details matter most to you?

Original hardwood floors, period tile, built-ins — or maybe open-plan living, high ceilings, new kitchen, indoor-outdoor flow. Tell us what you'd be thrilled to find, and what you'd hate to discover was missing.

Question 8

Walk us through the must-haves, nice-to-haves, and deal-breakers.

Bedrooms, bathrooms, outdoor space, parking, storage, a home office — what's non-negotiable and what would just be a bonus?

Reference Homes

Share homes that feel right to you.

If you've driven past a house and thought "that's it" — or found listings online that felt exactly right — share them here. Addresses, Zillow links, Redfin links, or anything you've saved. Even homes that are sold or off-market are useful. The goal is to show me your instincts, not find the perfect listing.

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What you love about it

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Question 9

Which neighborhoods or areas are you drawn to — and why?

Echo Park, Highland Park, Eagle Rock, Mount Washington, Atwater Village, Glassell Park, Silver Lake — any particular pull? Or still exploring?

Question 10

What does your ideal street or block feel like?

Quiet and tree-lined? Close to coffee and restaurants? A neighborhood where people know each other? Views? Walkability?

Question 11

Are there any locations or commute considerations we should factor in?

Work locations, schools, family, or anything else that puts geography on the table.

Question 12

What is your target purchase price range?

A range is fine. If you're not sure, share where you're thinking and we can work from there.

Question 13

Have you been pre-approved for financing?

Yes — fully pre-approved In progress Not yet — I'll need guidance Paying cash

Question 14

What is your ideal timeline for being in a new home?

Are you just starting to look, actively searching, or ready to move quickly when the right home appears?

Question 15

What matters most to you in this purchase?

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Finding the right home — I'd rather wait than settle

Character and the right aesthetic intact

Move-in condition — minimal work needed

Neighborhood and street feel

Speed — I need to be settled by a specific date

Question 16

Have you worked with a buyer's agent before?

What worked well? What felt frustrating or unclear? I want to make this experience feel different.

Question 17

How do you prefer to communicate?

Phone call Text Email WhatsApp

Best time to reach you

Question 18

Is there anything about the buying process that feels uncertain or overwhelming?

Offers, inspections, negotiations, timelines — nothing is too basic to ask. I'd rather address it now than have it surface mid-search.

Question 19

What questions do you have for me?

About the neighborhoods, the process, how I work, what to expect — anything at all.

Thank you for taking the time with this. I'll review your answers before we meet and come to our conversation prepared — with a clear picture of what we're looking for and where to find it.

Thank you — your answers are on their way.

I'll be in touch shortly to set up our first conversation. Your next chapter is about to begin.

— Sharon Baum, LA Story Real Estate