Get familiar with the local property prices buy visiting at least 10 properties. It's very important. Locating a good buy is a science based on experience.

After 10 properties, you will be able to feel if a property price is right relative to it's size and location.

After 20 properties, you would trully understand the pros and the cons. At 50 properties, you are an expert.

Take many notes about the pros and the cons of the property when visiting, note the time and date. If the seller allows it, use a camcorder or a digital camera.