“Choosing a home and neighborhood feng shui” can be a tricky situation. Apart from having specific family needs there is also the question of whether the new home in question will surely bring with it - good Feng Shui.

Feng Shui for Homebuyers tip #1.) Find out the history of the previous occupants. If this home has repeatedly produced similar difficulties for the various occupants then you will know that there is a strong possibility that you could receive the same influence unless of course……. you are able to make major changes. So, do your homework and check the list of previous owners by talking to your Real Estate agent and prospective neighbours.

Feng Shui for Homebuyers tip #2.) Assess the external environment. Is it supported by the ‘Form School’ principles of goof Feng Shui? Do you see the black Tortoise behind you? This can be a mountain, another house, a row of trees, a building, a tall dense fence - anything that is considered support at the rear.

Feng Shui for Homebuyers tip #3.) Soak in the atmosphere surrounding the home. Good energy will usually bring with it rich soil, healthy flora and local fauna.

Feng Shui for Homebuyers tip #4.) Avoid long narrow paths, driveways and particularly roads leading directly to your front door or bedroom. Also, it is best to steer clear of homes that are overwhelmed by their neighbours presence or another homes sharp edges. Whilst it is best to avoid this formation, if you don’t have any other choice then perhaps it would be worthwhile to use a Ba Gua or a Kirin which will help to minimize the influence of this configuration.

Feng Shui for Homebuyers tip #5.) I often suggest that you avoid buying homes with large swimming pools, rivers and water falls/fountains in the back garden. Whilst these can provide the final touch to a home and even evoke a sense of serenity – if they are not well placed then they can create havoc. Once you have purchased a home then your consultant can assist you in determining the most auspicious location for your pool or water feature. Read more about Water and Feng Shui.

Feng Shui for Homebuyers tip #6.) Avoid homes that have energy leakage. One of the most common forms of this are homes that have the front door directly opposite the back door as in the case of most homes built in the Federation period. If you must have this type of home then ensure that you are able to counter this issue by adding a door in the appropriate position.