THE MAIN 6 STEPS

1. Get an 'Agreement in Principle'
Through your bank or a mortgage broker, get a realistic view of how much you can borrow. What I did

2. Understand The Basics
Understand what they mean for freehold, leasehold and share ownership. But also terrace house, victorian conversion or purpose built block. Property Titles in the UK, Property Types

3. Start looking
Online, through local agencies or... a broker! It might save you time AND money. What are you looking for?

4. Go for viewings
Have with you a list of what to to check and what to ask. My list