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                 Finding a property and viewings                on espc.com and filter by location, price and
                                                                number of bedrooms. Listings on espc.com
                 In Scotland, properties are often marketed
                 with an “Offers Over” price, so it is important   also include valuable local property market
                 to look carefully at the Home Report, local    knowledge such as the average selling price for
                 market conditions and recent selling prices    the area and median time to sell. Once you find
                 before deciding whether a property is          a property that suits, you can book a viewing so
                 right for you. You can explore properties      that you can see the property in person.






                                                                    Viewing checklist
                                                                    •    Review the Home Report carefully.

                                                                    •    Ask about title conditions, shared
                                                                      repairs, factors or restrictions.
                                                                    •    Check international transfer timings
                                                                      and currency exchange risks.
                                                                    •    Confirm mortgage eligibility for
                                                                      overseas income or residency.
                                                                    •    Use a trusted local contact or
                                                                      professional for viewings or inspections.
                                                                    •    Check windows, ceilings, floors,
                                                                      storage, access and shared areas.
                                                                    •    Ask about light, noise, heating, water
                                                                      pressure and phone signal.
                                                                    •    Request a quick look at the street or
                                                                      surroundings.
                                                                    •    Compare the tour with floorplans,
                                                                      photos and reports.
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