Good notes make the next conversation easier.
Before the visit
Bring your priorities list and a few questions you want to ask at every home. Leave space for the property address, visit date, and follow-up items.
Walk through your day
Picture how you would arrive, store coats and shoes, prepare meals, work, relax, and use outdoor space. Note room connections and circulation rather than relying on how a room is staged.
Capture details consistently
- Layout and spaces that fit your routine
- Storage and furniture questions
- Natural light at the time of your visit
- Parking and access details to confirm
- Questions for the agent or an appropriate professional
Separate observations from assumptions
Record what you saw and what still needs verification. A viewing notebook is a memory aid; it does not replace professional inspections or checks.