A long list of developments can make a decision harder. A shorter list, organised around your needs, gives each conversation a purpose.
Start with three non-negotiables.
Choose the requirements that a property genuinely must meet. Keep these separate from features you would simply enjoy.
Compare like with like.
Use the same questions for every project: intended use, location, layout, timing and the practical arrangements after purchase. Ask for current documents rather than relying on a headline.
Record what remains unknown.
A clear unanswered question is more useful than an assumption. Share your list with the people advising you and ask who can confirm each point.
Revisit the shortlist together.
Your priorities may change after a viewing or a family conversation. A shortlist should support that discussion and adapt as you learn.
General planning information, not individual legal, tax or financial advice.