The Property Buying Process

If you have found the property you want to buy, you will still need to think carefully before committing yourself to any purchase - don't allow yourself to be rushed into making a hasty decision, just because someone else is interested in the property or you're worried about possible price rises. Your realtor should guide you through the process of making an offer and the final steps of completing your purchase once your offer has been accepted.

In this section, we take a closer look at what you'll need to know when embarking on the buying process, from putting in an offer to collecting the keys to your new home. We also take a look at buying a property abroad, and offer you some general tips before you take the plunge and buy that house in the sun.