If the latest technology or entertainment options are important to-have items in your new home, add the following questions to your buyer’s checklist.

1. Are there enough sockets in every room for cable TV and high-speed Internet access?
2. Are there ample telephone extensions or jacks?
3. Is the home pre-wired for home theater or multiroom audio & video functions? Does it have in-wall speakers?
4. Does the home have a local area network (LAN) for linking computers?
5. Does the home already have wiring for DSL or another high-speed Internet connection point?