Finding the right place to live can be a daunting task. There are many factors you have to take into account such as where you want to move, the size of property you need and whether you want to rent or buy. Thankfully since the internet has come along, the whole process has been made a lot easier.
Now itʼs possible, thanks to a host of property finding websites, to locate the exact property you want. Of course some of these sites are better than others - offering more features, a better user interface and superior customer support.
Weʼll take a closer look in this article at one of the most popular sites of this kind in the UK - Rightmove.co.uk
Right move is one of the most visited real estate sites in the UK. It allows you to search through the listings of available properties to buy or rent and narrow the search with a number of different criteria. When you search for a property you are given a search field to type a postcode, street name or city. When you search it will give you a number of other options to narrow your search further. These include search radius, property type, number of bedrooms, price range and how old the listing should be.
If you prefer to deal through an agent rather than seeking a property directly yourself then there is also the ability to find estate agents in your area through the search function. One of the best and most unique features on Right Move is called ʻDraw a Searchʼ which gives you the ability to draw your own search area on a map, save the area for future and sign up for alerts when new properties becomes available in this area. Creating an account on Right Move is a very simple process that requires your name, email address and a password. Once you are a registered user you have the ability to save your favorite properties, save searches, get property updates and receive property news.
There is the ability to search commercial properties to buy or let. If you search for house prices then there is an excellent function to browse sold house prices, see price comparison reports and also view the latest market trends. Right move also offer an excellent iphone app so you can search for your property wherever you are.
In summary, Right Move is an excellent property site whether youʼre looking to rent or buy commercial or residential property. The unique features such as ʻDraw a Searchʼ make it stand out from the competition. The site is well laid out and the user interface is intuitive and easy to use.
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