When you’re looking for a house to buy, so many factors play into the one you finally choose. But if you’re hoping to grow your family in the next several years, you might be thinking more ahead than the average homebuyer. Suddenly, it’s not just about the house’s square footage and number of bedrooms. You’ll also need to consider important details that’ll make life with a little one more convenient (and, of course, safe).

That said, if you’ve never had kids, it can be hard to pinpoint what features are most important in a home. Here are eight things to look for in a house if you want to have kids sometime soon, according to real estate agents. Read more