Do Some Home Shopping. Realtors often open homes for sale to the public on Sunday afternoons. Spend an afternoon looking at housing that is for sale in a neighborhood near you. Gather the information...

Do Some Home Shopping. Realtors often open homes for sale to the public on Sunday afternoons. Spend an afternoon looking at housing that is for sale in a neighborhood near you. Gather the information sheets that are provided at the homes and take notes during your visits. Prepare a brief report that summarizes what you have learned about housing costs, features, and locations in the community.