Moving House | Viewing The House (1)

Read our Moving House Tips to help spot Neighbours From Hell!

Viewing the house:

Ask lots of questions! Don't be shy, buying or renting a new property is a big commitment.
Why are the sellers moving?
What are the neighbours like?

Particularly, ask if they know of any neighbour disputes, including anyone who lived in the house before them. Check the Sellers Property Information Form (SPIF).
In the garden, if possible, have a peek into next-door's garden (be careful!). Is there a lot of burnt rubbish/garden materials from bonfires?
Are there swings, slides, etc in gardens/outside areas? Especially if they're very near to your property, could there be noise from children?
Can you see into the next door's house? If so, they will probably be able to see you when you're in the garden!
Ask whose responsibility it is to maintain fences, trim hedges etc. Do they look in good repair? If not, it could be that the neighbours will end up leaving it all to you. It is also important to ask if there are any rights of access through the garden/land. It may influence your decision to buy/rent the house, even though your solicitor should check for these later.

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