HandyTips...

Find an agent you are comfortable with and deal with them only.
Let that agent know you will stick with them until you purchase.
Research recent sales figures in your area and gain knowledge of value.
Have your finances pre approved and pass this information on to your agent.
Base your purchase offer on current market conditions not on what you think the seller paid for the property.
Use a solicitor and conduct full council searches.
Make a decision and stick to it.
Friends & Relatives are not usually good judges of what you want or need in a property, don't be swayed by them.