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New research from housebuilder Strata suggests that UK house hunters view up to eight houses before making an offer on their new home. This indicates that potential buyers are taking more time to explore their options than they have previously, with more hours spent viewing and researching before making a final decision. On average, buyers […]
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There are several types of searches. Let us break them down for you:This is a question a lot of people ask when buying a house. The problem is, there is no exact time limit. In the UK, searches usually take between six and eight weeks but because they rely on other people this is like […]
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Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax you have to pay when you purchase a property that costs over £125,000 in England and Northern Ireland. It was introduced to replace what was known as Stamp Duty in 2003. SDLT is not the same as stamp duty; it is a transfer tax charged on “land […]
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Saving for a deposit is usually the first step towards buying your own home If you’re currently renting a property, it might seem impossible to save enough for a place of your own, especially when you are paying out not only rent, but other living expenses too. Here’s our top 8 tips to make saving […]
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What is the true cost of moving home? The process can be expensive and sometimes uncertain. Many people in the UK are surprised to find that not only is the homebuying process fraught with unforeseen worries, the actual fees inherent in property purchases are much higher than they ever expected. This is why it is […]
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Where Do You Start When Buying A House Buying a house is a process with many steps, all of which are important and must be given thorough consideration. There is no way of telling beforehand, whether the transaction will be smooth and problem free or fraught with delays and issues from the moment you begin. […]
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Buying a new build home is not dissimilar to buying any other property however, the process of buying a new build house comes with its own issues. Here are some specific questions you should ask if you are buying a brand new home direct from the developer. 1. Is It Leasehold or Freehold? If a […]
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If you have been asked to pay for a HomeBuyer Report you should make sure you know what you are going to get for your money. We have put together the key points of what you can expect from your HomeBuyers Report to keep you in the know. When buying a new home, your mortgage […]
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House Viewing Checklist When we consider that buying a home is probably the biggest single purchase you’ll ever make, a decision to put in an offer can happen very quickly and even after a single viewing. This purchase is going to be your new home and an investment for your future. As such getting it […]
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You researched everything you need to pay in order to buy or sell your new home and budgeted accordingly. Now you’ve completed what else will you need to pay? We have written an extensive guide on potential expenditure you could face after completion. 1. Service Charges Once you have your new house, there are likely […]
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