Right Winger
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I would say feedback on the profile of the viewers/bidders is essential. We sold a house a few years ago and the agent was easily able to tell us which viewers she thought were serious and why. For example, some were classic tyre kickers who viewed every property in the area as a Saturday morning recreation! Some had proactively registered their interest in the property type and area and had travelled a distance specifically to view the house. Likewise, proof of funds sorts out the wheat from the chaff.I don't know the specific rules but the last time we sold the EA gave us good feedback on the profile of all viewers and bidders - eg, first time buyers & mortgage approved, cash buyers with proof of funds, in a chain, young couple, retired couple, etc. He also gave some background on any that showed serious interest, eg, where from, interest in or connection to the area, work background, etc. But he did not give names and addresses - whether this was to do with rules and regulations, I don't know. But nor did we seek such data because we weren't interested.
For potential tenants, it's even more important. You want to see evidence of ability to pay and references from previous landlords or other living arrangements.