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Do I need an EPC before I put my home on the market?

Do I need an EPC before I put my home on the market?

Published 31st August 2023

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is required to sell most properties. You may not need one, however. Even if you do, you may need to pay for it.
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For Owners
For Sellers
Am I paying more Council Tax than I should be?

Am I paying more Council Tax than I should be?

Published 24th August 2023

If your property is in the wrong Council Tax band, you could claim a backdated rebate from as far back as 1993. Here is all the information you need.
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For Owners
Selling my home: What documents willI need? (checklist)

Selling my home: What documents willI need? (checklist)

Published 23rd August 2023

Missing documents will delay your move, could cost you money or risk losing the sale. Here's a checklist of all the paperwork you'll need to sell your home.
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For Sellers
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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For Owners
For Sellers
Why you must check your conveyancer's lender panel status

Why you must check your conveyancer's lender panel status

Published 23rd August 2023

Before choosing a solicitor for a home purchase, you must check they are on your mortgage lender's panel. Failure to do so could seriously delay your move.
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For Buyers
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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For Owners
For Sellers
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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For Sellers
For Owners
Should I use multiple agents to sell my home? Pros & cons

Should I use multiple agents to sell my home? Pros & cons

Published 26th January 2023

You can sell your home through a sole, joint or multi-agent agreement. What are the cost implications of each and which option will lead to a faster sale?
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For Sellers
Selling through a quick home sale company? What you must know

Selling through a quick home sale company? What you must know

Published 26th January 2023

A quick sale company will buy your home quickly, albeit for a discounted price. Is it worth considering, or should you steer clear?
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For Sellers
Selling a green deal property? What you need to know

Selling a green deal property? What you need to know

Published 26th January 2023

Complications can arise when selling a home with a Green Deal. Here's what you need to know before putting your property on the market.
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For Sellers
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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For Owners
For Buyers
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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For Sellers
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