Guides · 24 August 2026
What to look for on a first viewing
Forty-five minutes goes quickly. A short list keeps you looking at the house rather than the styling.
Photographs sell a mood. A viewing is your chance to check everything photographs leave out.
Before you arrive
Decide your three non-negotiables. Bring a tape measure and take a photo of anything you want to ask about afterwards.
While you are there
- Run a tap and flush a toilet, then listen for the pump.
- Look at ceilings and the tops of walls for water marks.
- Stand in the main bedroom with the door shut and notice the sound.
- Ask where the septic tank and water source are.
After you leave
Write down your impressions within the hour. After three viewings, the details begin to blur.
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Sample article written for a portfolio demonstration. It is general information, not professional advice.