Request four items before making an offer: a live video walkthrough where you control the camera direction (FaceTime or Zoom, not a recording), a floor plan with specific room dimensions, photos of the electrical panel, HVAC unit with its age sticker visible, water heater, and attic access point, and Google Maps street view to verify the exterior and surrounding area yourself. If a listing agent refuses to provide a live walkthrough on request, that signals a problem. Listing photos alone are marketing materials shot with wide-angle lenses that distort room size—they are insufficient for remote purchasing decisions.