Finding a place to buy

This content applies to England only.

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When you have worked out how much you can afford to spend, you'll need to decide what kind of property you want. You can then look for suitable available properties and arrange to view them.

What's available

Most people use an estate agent, but it is also possible to find a property through a private sale or a property auction.

Buying leasehold

If you are planning to buy a leasehold property, you need to consider the extra expenses and check the details of the lease carefully.

Different types of property

The age of the property you choose could affect your rights and responsibilities. There are also issues to think about if you're buying an ex-council property or a park home