A shortlist with
somewhere to go.

BUILD A PRACTICAL PROPERTY SHORTLIST

Use the property type, region and budget filters to focus your search, then compare homes against the same written brief. Include the number of bedrooms, access needs, preferred setting and the months when you expect to use the property. A city apartment, a ski chalet and a rural house can have very different running costs even when their asking prices are similar.

Treat listing details as the start of your research. Ask for current availability, a clear specification and information about tenure, ongoing fees and permitted use. Photographs do not replace an inspection, and an advertised price does not include every cost of completing a purchase. Keep a separate allowance for professional advice, taxes, insurance and any immediate work.

CHECK SUITABILITY BEFORE ARRANGING VIEWINGS

Before making travel plans, establish whether you are eligible to buy the particular property and whether your intended use is allowed. Ownership restrictions, municipal rules, condominium documents and financing requirements can affect the shortlist. A qualified local lawyer and lender should confirm the points relevant to your circumstances before you commit to an offer.