Generally if its listed by an agent go through them. But have done the direct thing as well and got tennants who were quite open to discussing any problems with the house which is always handy.
I often knock on doors of houses i like that dont have a sign and have bought all 3 of my propertys off market.
Good luck and successful hunting.
Sometimes lost in the forest, needing guidance.
Wanting to be wealthy, not rich.
