Things to Look Out for When Viewing Property

One of the biggest mistakes buyers make is rushing the process of viewing a house that they could be living in for many years to come! Take your time to ensure you invest in a house that won't cause you an overload of stress down the line. 

To help you out, we've put together a list of the most important things to investigate when viewing a potential home:

Check out the neighbourhood

If you prefer convenience when it comes to location, it would be a good idea to scout the surrounding area before or after your viewing. When exploring the neighbourhood, ask yourself questions like: 

• Are there shops nearby? 

• If you have children, does the area have adequate schools within a reachable distance? 

• Is the area safe? 

• If you're without a car, is there public transport within walking distance?

• Do you feel comfortable in terms of noise, busyness and the overall atmosphere? 

Investigate the structure and condition

When viewing the physical house, it's important to ask questions about its structural state. You don't want to be dealing with big, unexpected maintenance jobs for the next couple of years.

Be intentional about looking for big cracks in the walls, the age of the roof, the flooring condition, how many accessible plug-points there are, and whether the plumbing is up to standard. 

Make sure there is enough storage

Storage might seem like an easily compromisable component of finding the right home for your family, but when you are creating a comfortable living space, you want to feel as if there is actually enough space to live.

Think about the appliances and equipment you will be bringing into your home, and make sure there is still enough breathing room to fill up space in the future. 

Consider garden maintenance 

This is another frequently overlooked feature when picking a home. Garden maintenance can become a real burden to those who aren't ready for the commitment. 

If you're not ready to take on the responsibility of tending to a garden, it's probably not a good idea to invest in a home that has a large lawn.

If you decide a garden would be a great feature for the family, inspect the present condition of it so you are aware of any possible extra work you might be taking on. 

Viewing properties with the prospect of finding your forever home should be an exciting venture! In the midst of the excitement, ensure you are still thorough about inspecting your potential investment. If you could use some help finding the perfect place, reach out to us today!