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[quote=Anonymous]DH and I have only done this once, but likely doing it again within a year or so (hopefully).
This is our method.
We agree on location boundaries (ie &quot;these zips&quot; or &quot;only south of XYZ Road&quot; etc) and a minimal list of MUST-HAVES (for us, this included a max price ceiling).  These were no-compromise things.  Then, a list of like-to-haves with a general idea of priority.
Then, I (found Realtor #1 and fired him quickly) found a realtor and gave them our requirements, our wish list, our location boundaries, and a couple MLS listings that we liked so that she could tell what we were thinking.  Realtor and I toured about 18 properties (altogether, not all at once) and I shortlisted I think 2-3? for DH to see as well.  I did not rank the shortlist, but let DH tell me which one he liked best.  We agreed and put in an offer.
This only worked because I know way more about physical-space stuff and I am way more picky, way more patient, and have an eye for details.  DH was more than happy to let me sort through the listings and never, ever said &quot;why didn't you shortlist THIS one?&quot;  &lt;-- that way lies divorce  :lol:
Reverse roles, and that's how we buy cars.  It just works for us.  I should say, it worked ONCE.  Factor in two opposing commutes, daycare, and schools (which are now a priority) and this next round may not be as smooth.  We'll see.  GL OP.  Maybe you and DH could each see a group of properties and show each other 1-2 shortlisted ones?  Then you could see where you are willing to compromise/not wiling?[/quote]

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