To quote Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz, "There's no place like home."

Your home is your castle, your shelter, the place for you to relax with your family and most likely, the biggest investment you'll ever make.

Finding the right home can be a daunting task. So much to choose from - so much to consider. Fortunately, there has never been a better time to buy a home and with the advent of the internet, finding your ideal home is easier than ever. Let's take a look at a few things to consider to help you find the right Green Bay home for you.

When searching for homes for sale in Green Bay, here are some tips to assist you in buying the right Green Bay home for you and your family.

• Find the right agent or broker. Be sure to have a list of questions handy to interview agents with and be sure to pick someone who has a vast amount of experience in the Green Bay market and has a history of success behind them. Don't hesitate to ask some personal questions to be sure the agent you choose is someone you can relate to and you feel comfortable working with.

• What areas in Green Bay are you considering? Do some homework online and use Google to view potential areas before you spend a lot of time driving all over the place. Find Green Bay homes for sale listings in the areas you are considering and sort through and prioritize the listings you find that are the best candidates. The best place to start is your real estate agents website where you should find an MLS form to input the price range, bedrooms, baths and area. You want to find not only all the information on the home, but preferably a site where you can view virtual tours of the Green Bay homes you're considering as well. Once you've created your list, be sure you have pre-qualified yourself so you know your price range and then contact your agent to start looking through your list.

• To save time and frustration, be sure to note area schools, shopping, driving access and other factors that are important to you. It's also a good idea to have a property inspection checklist for each property you will be viewing so you can take notes when visiting each one for reference when making your final decision on which home you are going to be making an offer on. Ask your agent if each home has a property inspection report or home inspection completed. You should be able to find helpful tips on your agent's website to help you with the process. Doing so will make your Green Bay home buying experience a much more pleasant one.

While there are a lot of Green Bay homes for sale to choose from, finding the right home for you should be an exciting and pleasurable experience. Taking some time prior to get organized and narrow down your search and asking the right questions will ensure that you find the ideal home for you and your family.