Hmm. Apparently not in London. I just called a couple of places to enquire about arranging viewings for tomorrow. We are chain free, mortgage in place, good deposit. Our budget is reasonable although we are looking for quite a lot from it (e.g. two bathrooms etc). Having scoured the internet, this is achievable (just, if houses are achieving their asking price. Or comfortably if they are going for less than the advertised price).
Two agents I have just called have done the sucking their teeth 'ooh you won't get much for your budget' trick on me.
I thought it would be easier this time around but looks like the London market is still ok?