Property Viewings

At Keywest we pride ourselves on matching people with their perfect home, but to ensure that you get the best results possible from your property search, here are our ten top tips for getting the most out of your property viewings.

Stay Objective
We want you to fall in love with the properties that we take you to view, but we also want you to enjoy them for years to come. That is why it is important to take a step back and consider the practicalities of the property you are viewing.

Visit More Than Once
You may not want to miss out on your dream home, but if possible, it can be a good idea to view a property on a couple occasions to ensure that it really is the right choice for you.

Take Your Time
A good agent will never rush you around a viewing. Aim to spend no less than 15 minutes in a property to ensure you have given yourself a good chance to discover what it has to offer and get a feel for the place.

Ask Questions
Do not be afraid to ask questions. If the agent does not know the answer straight away, a good one will make it their business to find it out for you.

Investigate the Area
Do not confine your viewing to just the property itself. Have a look around the area, and maybe even try out the potential commute or local public transport links.

Take a walk to the local shops or around the nearest park, or simply take a stroll around the streets. You may have researched the area before your viewing, but nothing can really compare to being on the ground.

Try Things Out
Don’t be afraid to test out the lighting to see what effect it has on the rooms or to see if the bath is big enough for you by getting in it. You may feel silly doing this, but it can be really helpful at giving you a better idea of whether a property is right for you.

Look out of the Window
This can give you a good idea of how you will feel about living in a property over a long period. Could you imagine yourself being invigorated by the sight of bustling city streets every morning, for example, or would you be unable to live with knowing a neighbour will look into your bedroom window every time they go up their stairs?

If you’d like help finding your perfect home, get in touch with Keywest. Our local market knowledge and property expertise will ensure you find the right property for your needs. Call our Hinckley Road office on 0116 254 4555, or our Queens Road office on 0116 254 4543.