Do your research
From getting accurate mortgage quotes, so that you know exactly what you can afford to checking out all of the neighborhoods in your city so you can choose the one that most aligns with your needs and values, the more research you can do ahead of meeting your realtor and viewing properties, the less time and effort you are likely to waste and the more likely you are to find properties that are suitable for your needs early on, which means less stress for you overall.

Make a list of must-haves
Before you start hunting for the perfect home, it’s a really good idea to sit down and make a list of all the things your new home must-have, whether that’s a really great kitchen for cooking up your favorite recipes, a huge backyard where the kids can play or close proximity to your workplace so that you can have a less stressful commute. Doing this will help you to really work out what it is you actually want from a property, while also helping you to narrow down the number of properties you view to a more manageable, and more likely to be fruitful, number.

Don’t schedule too many viewings
When you’re looking to buy a new home, it can be tempting to schedule as many property viewings as you can fit in in the hopes that you will find the right place more quickly. However, this is likely to be very stressful and overwhelming, which means you may be less capable of making good decisions. It’s better to take it easy, schedule a manageable number of viewings and ensure that you really take everything into account than it is to cram as much as possible in.

Hire a great realtor
Of course, the thing that is likely to make the most difference to your stress levels is choosing a really great realtor who is friendly professional, and who understands exactly what you require from a property. The more professional the realtor, the better your chances of success, so be sure to do your research and pick the right one!
Buying a house really doesn’t have to be so stressful!