9 Questions to ask when viewing a house

Buying a house is a lengthy process that requires a lot of research and dedication to ensure you make the right decision. One of the ways to ensure you do this is to ask the right questions to the estate agent or current owners who are showing you around when viewing a property. To help you with that, here is a curated list of questions to ask when viewing a house.

1. Is it leasehold or freehold?

Whilst you may have been privy to knowing whether it is a freehold or leasehold before visiting the property, a viewing is a good opportunity to dig deeper for details. A freehold means that you own the property and land it is built on.

However, if the property is a leasehold, there are many things to consider before you pursue the property. From the leasehold length to the ground rent, there are key factors that could significantly impact the way you maintain a property. If the leasehold is short, it’s important to note that this will likely make it harder to sell a property as the value will reduce, for example.

2. What is the surrounding area like?

Don’t be so distracted by the luxurious look of the property that you forget to consider the local area too. Asking the estate agent about the local area hints at what living there is like. To get more of an unbiased view, you could visit the area on nights or weekends. This gives you a greater chance to see the neighbours who live there. You could ask what it’s like from their perspective and what the general feel of the area is like.

For more questions to ask when viewing a house read the full blog post here.