What To Ask When Viewing A Property

Finding a suitable home for yourself can be hard as we often have certain requirements and standards to meet our needs and lifestyle. Here are some top tips for what to ask when viewing a property, and to help you find your perfect home while renting! 1. How is the contract? Make sure you understand the contract properly. Agree on length, breaking clause and make sure everything is written down. If you have any questions, do ask them! What is included in the rent, and what is not? 2.What is the condition of the property?

Have in mind that no one rents out a property with any current issues. However, you are still allowed to ask about the property, to get a better understanding on how it would be to live in a house/flat like this. 3.How are the flatmates, neighbours, and area? In terms of flatmates, are they the same age as you? Life situation, are they studying or are they working fulltime? Sharing a property can be hard if two people do not get along well, but maybe you will meet new people that you will have in your life forever? Sharing a property is meant to be a great experience. 4. What is your personally responsibilities for the flat you are renting? This is normally covered in the contract, but once again make sure you understand the contract properly and ask one too many questions instead of leaving it hanging. Landlords is often responsible for the supply of water, gas, electricity and internet depending on what’s included in the rent or not. However, as you are living in the property you will also have some responsibilities!

Guess what, the home is where the heart is, where we all should be comfortable and at ease. Our little bubble of safety. Whenever you go on a viewing, have a list of question ready to make the hunting easier for yourself. Choose your home wisely!