• Leave yourself ample time for viewing houses.
• Ask how long the house has been for sale. This may tell you something about the asking price or house's potential.
• Ask if the house is already "Under Offer".
• Examine the photo - do the seasons match. If they don't, ask yourself why.
• Don't view too many properties in one go. You may get bored.

Once you have narrowed down your selection, contact the Agent to arrange for a time to view

There are several things to keep in mind when viewing the house:

• Try to create a friendly relationship with the vendor.
• Try to find out the reason for the sale.
• Enquire what fixtures and fittings come with the house.
• Always view the house in daylight.
• Avoid bringing your children as they can sometimes hinder your viewing!