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Choosing an area

Homes needing work

My dream home

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   3. Search in the area

   4. Search agencies

   5. Search in Scotland

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As with choosing an area in which to buy, one of the best ways to go about finding property is often to go to the place you are interested in and have a look around:

• Try to spot for sale signs. Most houses on the market will have them. Then it's just a case of giving an agent a ring and having a look around.
  
  
• Check for new developments under construction that might not have been widely advertised yet. Most of them will have a sign with a phone number you can ring.
  
  
• Look for skips, which can be a sure sign that a property is being renovated. Whilst it is not always the case, many of these will end up for sale. Don't be afraid, if you like the look, ring the bell and ask.
  
  
• You might well find estate agents locally that do not advertise anywhere. There are still quite a few independent estate agents who have no website and don't actively promote their property portfolio, relying on word of mouth and passers by for their custom.

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