Daily Mirror (Northern Ireland)
BUYING A HOUSE
BUYING a home is a psychological game of poker, with very high stakes and huge incentives to bluff and avoid inconvenient facts. However estate agents are legally bound to tell the truth, so you need to make sure you ask the right questions to find out what the real situation is, and don’t be afraid to ask the sellers and even the neighbours if you’re struggling to get the answers you need. It could make the difference between landing your dream home and getting lumbered with a dud. 7. How did the agent decide on an asking price?