When you're thinking about building a new home it's pretty easy to get caught u in thinking only about the sticks and bricks of the structure. Many people overlook the fact that the lot you choose to build on can be just as important a factor in determining your future happiness as the home itself. Before you get too involved in the details of your house plan, it can pay to invest some time finding the perfect lot. There are a number of key questions that you can ask yourself to help determine what lot is right for you.

• Where do you want to live?
• Is the lot large enough?
• What is the topography like?
• What will you want in the future?