Taking photo's when viewing a property

typeractive

Generally is it ok to take some pics when viewing a property? I have two viewings tomorrow (see the link in my sig to help me decide which one to go for as it's both of these).

They are both vacant properties, so there will be no habitants with their personal belongings etc (I wouldn't feel comfy taking pics of someone's property if they lived there).

I really want to get photo's of the state of the kitchens and bathrooms, as I am trying to conclude what will suffice these as being habitable, so teh lender will provide the monies.

Anyway - do you think it's ok to take a few snaps? It will only be myself, my uncle and best mate with the EA walking around.

Cheers

hethmar

I think as they are empty then there is no reason why you shouldnt take some photos to help you clarify things once you get back home My son took photos of the empty flat which he bought 6 months back.

typeractive

Great - thanks very much. A few shots of the problem areas / concerns will certainly help and maybe a mortage advisor can get the pics to potential surveyors so they can at least give an indication of the property being deemed as habitable prior to the visit.

I don't want to waster a load of money and time!

Cheers

hethmar

I should think the EA would be happy that you are showing such interest.

typeractive

Well the last time I viewed the property, I was shown around by an EA that was dressed like she was off for a walk down the street / day off work. She didn't know anything about the property - I knew more than her.

We'll see what happens tomorrow.

Tigsteroonie

I've taken photos of (empty) properties when viewing - just ask the EA out of politeness first

Henry_Hoover_2

I had an offer accepted on a property, and went for another viewing prior to contracts being exchanged. I asked the EA if I could take photos and he said that it wasn't allowed, but said that I could as long as his back was turned.

Strange!

Davesnave

Taking photos might allow someone who was thinking of burglary to plan etc, but in practice, I have never been refused & have taken hundreds. After all there are lots of photos on agents' web sites.

If you are viewing somewhere 150 miles away, as I've done, particularly with larger, more complex houses, it is a pain in the bum to return home & start thinking what you might do with the property, only to discover that you can't remember some vital detail.

I take a tape measure too. If only all agents would do floor plans!

alexlyne

We are off to see 4 houses today! 2 of them are empty, and there aren't many pics on RM, so I have planned to take a camera... the missus will only confuse herself as to which is which when we discuss them after!!

hethmar

Good luck on the viewings.

suisidevw

Yup, only 2 photos of ours on RM so took a camera. The EA had to phone the office but was given the go-ahead. There's nothing in the property to nick!