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No planning permission? Steps to take before selling your home

No planning permission? Steps to take before selling your home

Published 23rd August 2023

Has your home been built, extended or renovated without planning permission? Here's what to do when you want to sell.
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Selling a home with no Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC)

Selling a home with no Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC)

Published 23rd August 2023

When selling a home, you need to show building regulations consent for any electrical works - or you may be committing a criminal offence. Here's what to do.
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Subsidence? Steps to take before selling your home

Subsidence? Steps to take before selling your home

Published 26th January 2023

Subsidence could be a non-issue or a dealbreaker when selling your home. Here's how to present the issue in the best possible light to your buyer.
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Bad homebuyers survey? How to turn it to your advantage

Bad homebuyers survey? How to turn it to your advantage

Published 26th January 2023

Serious defects on a survey may tempt you to walk away. Find out how to sort deal-breakers from minor issues, and how to renegotiate a better purchase price.
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Japanese knotweed? Steps to take before selling your home

Japanese knotweed? Steps to take before selling your home

Published 10th January 2023

The threat posed by Japanese Knotweed to your property is hugely exaggerated. The risk that you may not be able to sell your home is not. Updated 2023.
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Estate agent tricks of the trade: How not to get caught out

Estate agent tricks of the trade: How not to get caught out

Published 15th November 2022

Overvaluing, undervaluing, and fake viewings - but a few of the tactics some agents use. Here's what you should check before choosing an agent.
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Freeholder dispute? Steps to take before selling your home

Freeholder dispute? Steps to take before selling your home

Published 10th November 2022

A dispute with the freeholder can make it more difficult to sell your home. If you can't reach an agreement with your landlord, what are your options?
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Leasehold flat? Steps to take before selling your home

Leasehold flat? Steps to take before selling your home

Published 10th November 2022

Leasehold flat sales are prone to delays in the conveyancing process. The following proactive steps can help reduce delays.
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Should I use my mortgage lender's recommended solicitor?

Should I use my mortgage lender's recommended solicitor?

Published 10th November 2022

Does your mortgage lender offer conveyancing? Should you use their service, or get an independent conveyancing solicitor? Find out here.
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Solicitor vs Licensed Conveyancer: What's the difference?

Solicitor vs Licensed Conveyancer: What's the difference?

Published 9th November 2022

When buying or selling a property, the legal process can be carried out by a solicitor or conveyancer. Is there a difference and which should you choose?
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How long does remortgage conveyancing take?

How long does remortgage conveyancing take?

Published 4th November 2022

Remortgage conveyancing should take less than a month. Delays can occur however. Find out how to prevent delays and complete your remortgage quickly.
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For Owners
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Neighbour dispute? Steps to take before selling your home

Neighbour dispute? Steps to take before selling your home

Published 12th September 2022

A dispute with a neighbour can make it more difficult to sell your home. If you can't reach an agreement with your neighbour, what are your options?
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