Quick Q - not for me but for my DB and SIL. They're looking to buy a house as have a young baby and 5 year old in a flat.
They've been house hunting but have been held back due my DB only doing highly paid contracts (tv) - he's looking for a permanent job at the moment.
Near where me and DM live (both live in same area, about 5 to 10 mins drive from each other) a townhouse has come up for sale. Looks great, nice price. Only... It's within a housing estate with what looks like council and shared ownership builds. That's why it's cheaper than other property in the area obvs. The townhouse is lovely, modern, has a garden etc - everything DB/SIL want. I went to have a quick look the other day, seems quiet, near fairly nice streets. Excellent outstanding primary school just down the road and another one nearby and at least 2 good nurseries nearby. Good for SIL's commute when she returns to work next autumn. Me and DM/stepdad could/would help out with school drop offs and nursery ones too as we're nearby and DM would do 1 day a week at least childcare for the baby. DB once he gets a perm job they could sell this one or rent it out and buy a nicer house in a nicer street nearby.
The only issue is where the house is located. The house itself borders a super popular area which has gone up in price and estimation over the past few years (Crystal Palace/Upper Norwood if you must know!). So what would you do?! They're viewing it this Saturday.