Will you two stop looking at houses on the internet once you close escrow? I ask because #5 is what I personally would fear the most – if your wife is lke my wife, buyers remorse will kick in and you will never hear the end of it and lord have mercy should a better looking house come on the market at a similiar price. Starting off lukewarm would not bode well in my household!
Btw, have you priced in modifications necessary for zombie defense?