Distance adds a layer to a home search. A clear plan for the information you need can help you use visits well and understand which questions are still open.
Ask for context around the photos.
Discuss what would help you assess a property: the approach to the house, the outdoor setting, the layout, storage and the details that are hard to read in still images. Agree on what can realistically be gathered.
Separate impressions from evidence.
A walkthrough can help you picture a home. Property documents, professional inspections and verified answers serve different purposes. Keep track of which questions require each.
Agree on communication.
Tell Tom how you prefer to receive updates and what you need in order to consider an option. A short, useful shortlist is easier to compare when it uses the same priorities.
Make a list before your next visit.
- Which community differences do I need to experience in person?
- What should I confirm about the exact property?
- Which unanswered questions could change my decision?
- What would make the timing practical?
Start with what you know. The first conversation can help organize the rest.