Are you looking for a new or an old property?
There are advantages and disadvantages to both new and old, providing you understand these then you will be able to make a more informed decision. Speak to people that live in both new and old houses and see what they have to say about them – it might make you change your mind!!!
Make a list of what you want i.e. how many bedrooms? Would you like allocated parking, en-suite or utility? Have an open mind…you may surprise yourself.
Before you view the property have a 5-10 minute drive or walk around the area. How does the neighbourhood feel? What questions have you got? What’s the condition of the surrounding areas and property?
Always take the time to visit a property early in the morning, during rush hour, on an afternoon and on an evening. You might be surprised to see how the atmosphere changes throughout the day. Is it directly on a commuter route? Is it close to a public house or a palladium of shops? What are the surrounding houses like, are they in a good state of repair? Do you envisage potential issues with the neighbours.
Think about what the area will be like in the future. Is it an up and coming area or is it on its way down?
A surveyor will check over the property for you by undertaking a valuation/Survey (CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE TYPES OF WORK VALUERS CAN UNDERTAKE) but before spending money on a Survey it is worth checking over certain points to ensure nothing blatent is wrong with the property:-
