Get clarity on the property-buying process as experts separate fact from fiction

Buying a property can be a brain-boggling process. Once you’ve found the sweet spot where your desires and your budget overlap, there’s the process to contend with – one that begins before you’ve even set foot in a property. And there are myths aplenty, which can make things a whole lot murkier. Getting clear on what’s really important can go a long way, which is why we’ve gathered up-to-date advice from two Rightmove experts on everything from whether location is still king to why a survey is a smart idea.

1 A mortgage in principle is a waste of time
False: While the answer to whether you need a mortgage in principle before finding a home is, no, it’s definitely better to understand what you can borrow in advance.