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Arranging the mortgage may be an adventure itself now but it seems there's a lot weirder stuff going on the housing market. Research released by Smile Mortgages reveals some of the more unusual events that may take place while you're house hunting.
From the discovery of stray pets to sightings of the supernatural, the research uncovers an array of quirky incidents; with 1 in 4 people (23.5%) reporting that they experienced an unusual encounter in their search for the perfect home.
Top 10 Strangest House Viewings
Other bizarre findings, which not surprisingly put off prospective buyers, included the discovery of the sellers' sex habits posted on the fridge, a dead pigeon found in the bathroom and a discovery that someone asleep upstairs had already purchased the house!
It is perhaps therefore a relief to many house hunters that the research shows the majority of people view less than 5 houses (43%) and take less than 3 months (33%) before they find their ideal house. However, at the other end of the scale there are some dedicated house hunters who devote years and end up visiting over 100 properties (1%) in search of their dream home.
If you're on the house hunting trail this spring, why not make a checklist of priorities before visiting any properties, taking into account factors such as the location, size, local amenities, surrounding areas and council tax banding of the property. And remember to choose the right mortgage too!
12 March 2007 © Moneyextra.com
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