Do you know the difference between freehold and leasehold?
The difference between freehold and leasehold may seem like just technical legal language, but it’s important to be aware of how the distinction will affect you. In simple terms it is the difference between owning your own home and having a landlord. […]
Don’t ignore Japanese knotweed!
Japanese knotweed: the devastating plant taking over Britain
Finding Japanese knotweed when viewing your prospective new home could signify huge problems. The highly invasive weed is a recognized risk to manmade structures and could even, possibly, result in mortgage lenders refusing to lend on a property. Land values can also be reduced to take into account any remedial works required and it can cause considerable damage to foundations, walls and other structures. […]
Going house hunting? Look beyond the décor!
When you’re looking round a prospective new home it can often be difficult not to focus on the out of date decorations, or to not get carried away with amazing decorating. But it is vital to look beyond this so you can get a good idea of the condition of the building. […]
How to choose the right surveyor for you?
You’ve just put in an offer on your dream house, now you want to make sure you know exactly what you’re buying. Choosing the right surveyor is crucial and can be difficult, particularly for first time buyers. […]