Before viewing

• Checked the listing details and photos again
• Looked up the area on Google Maps and Street View
• Noted questions to ask the agent
• Checked flood risk and planning applications nearby
• Worked out the commute from this address
• Brought a notepad or phone for photos and notes

During viewing

• Checked every room including loft, garage, and garden
• Looked for signs of damp, cracks, or structural movement
• Tested taps, lights, and switches
• Checked water pressure
• Opened windows to check noise level
• Looked at the boiler age and type
• Checked storage space and room sizes realistically
• Took photos of anything you want to remember or check later

After viewing

• Written down your first honest reaction
• Noted anything that concerned you
• Compared what you saw to the listing description
• Checked whether it meets your must-haves from your Dream Home Checklist
• Decided whether a second viewing is worth it

Before second viewing

• Revisited your notes and concerns from the first viewing
• Planned to visit at a different time of day
• Prepared specific questions about issues you spotted
• Checked the EPC rating and any certificates
• Looked into service charges, ground rent, or management fees if leasehold

Before making an offer

• Confirmed your budget and affordability position
• Checked how long the property has been on the market
• Researched what similar properties have sold for nearby
• Considered what survey level you will need
• Thought about your chain position and timescale

Notes / follow-up questions