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You’ve identified a property you’d like to view – what happens next?
Once you’ve found a property that you like and which fits your needs, the next step is to request a viewing. Simply select the ‘Request a viewing’ button on the property details and fill in the short form, or alternatively you can call or email the relevant branch.
Here are a few things to bear in mind before you head off to view a property:
On your way to the viewing and as you arrive, get a feel for the road and area at that time of day. Take a good look around the outside of the property and check that it has been well maintained.
Is there anything that looks like it needs work? Pay particular attention to windows, guttering and what you can see of the roof.
For flats and properties with shared communal areas or gardens, find out how often the communal areas are cleaned and the grounds maintained.
Once inside the property, look closely at how well it has been maintained:
It can be useful to have a few things ready in advance so you can move ahead quickly:
Some of these may seem quite obvious, but they’re important details to be aware of: