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Could we rent put our property up for rent as well as for sale?
We want to move out by Christmas, but as it's September already, I doubt it will happen. We would consider renting out our house and rent somewhere else - the entire reason for moving is to a better catchment area for schools. This would enable us to get a place at the school we want and then worry about selling. As we are…
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Update - House buying completed
I'm due to complete on a house purchase tomorrow after a few months of (mostly) needless worry. Mortgage sorted, deposit sorted, solicitor fee's paid. Today, just after three, my solicitors office rang me and stated that they had just received a hand delivered fixtures and fittings list which is 'significantly' altered…
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Finding a place to rent in London
hey everyone, I really hope someone can help me. I am asking for a friend who is in dire need of a decent place to live in the London area, she starts uni shortly as a mature student and has a pet. She has tried all the obvious places; spareroom, Loot and the local paper, letting agents and even the uni but keeps finding…
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House price stats
Hi guys I bought my house in Whitefield in North Manchester in June 2007 for 137,000 (I know, at the height of the market). Does anyone know if there is a website which gives average percentage drop for house prices in the North West? I know there are lots of other factors to consider but just want a gereral idea of how…
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Auction property terms...
I'm looking at some auctions properties and have come across this... 'The Buyer agrees to indemnify the Seller in respect of all liability for or resulting from the environmental condition of the Lot.' and this: 'The Buyer will keep the Seller indemnified against all liability in respect of any individuals claiming or…
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Stupid conveyancing questions
The buyer of our flat has gone with a cheap on-line conveyancing service we think. The questions we are being asked border on the ridiculous. Last week a couple of questions about settlement of foundations and the possibility of radon gas affecting the property. This week's question about surface water drainage (why not…
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Can you get billed by your LL after 9 months?
Hi everyone, Just a quick question: I moved out of a flat last year. There was a dent in one of the doors made by us which was acknowledged, but nothing was said of it at the time. There have since been tenants in the property, and I have just had an email from the old LL saying she’s calling out a carpenter and is going…
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Public sewer indemnity policy help!!!!
hi I have had an offer accepted on a house and the water search has picked up a public sewer within 3m of the garage. Just my luck!! As build over consent was not seeked by the sellers the solicitor is telling us that a public sewer indemnity policy will be required. My questions are as follows: * Are these indemnity…
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Buying in Swansea - any places to avoid? Any Advice?
I'm hoping to move to Swansea or Swansea Valley area next year & would appreciate any advice/comments about the area. I worked there some time ago & know the Sketty/Uplands area well, but probably can't afford to buy there! I know the city centre well, but not too sure about other areas. Hoping to spend less than £140K for…
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Am i expected to Tip the removal men?
Just wondering if i'm expected to tip the removal men. Never for a minute crossed my mind until someone on here mentioned it a while back, and that made me think the poster had done. Dont want to look stingey but I'm broke after shelling out for everything else!
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head or heart?
Okay Hubby and I are stuck. One house we both fell in love with, spacious nicely, decorated, large graden etc etc. however there is a large travellers site under a mile away should we be concerned? the other house ticked all the practical boxes, schools shops cinema drive garage. it would be a good starter home and i think…
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Student Deposit Return - Been waiting ages!
Hi, I was wondering if anyone could help with a bit of a situation regarding a rented student house we had last year. The landlady isn't responding to any calls/e-mails/letters from the estate agents regarding whether she agree's to releasing our deposit funds back to us. The estate agents have said they can't do anymore…
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Disbursements
Hello money savers. Have been getting quotes in from solicitors and they don't actually vary that much except one said their fee was £700 and there was a £75 charge for redemption of mortgage. None of the others mention this...the one I want to go with says his disbursements are for Land Registry office copies £9.91 and…
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Best moving-in. new home present you ever received?
Ok, possibly the wrong board, but I wanted to get some ideas on what to buy someone for a moving in present, obviously as much on the MSE (cheap) as possible for still a lovely present, for a couple. So I thought, could you let me know what the best house-warming or moving in present you ever got was? Thanks!! pippitypip
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2 bedroom houses.
Hi all. FTB looking at all the options. We were looking for a 3 bed property that could be our "forever home". However on our budget that just won't be possible and we've decided a 2 bed in a nice area is a better option, moving when we need to when we hopefully have more money. My concern is that 2 bedroom houses seem to…
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Tenant broke electrical appliance - how much can be charged?
Hello, I'm posting this on behalf of my stepdaughter who is having trouble getting her deposit returned. She was one of 5 students renting a house in Birmingham. The landlord has retained a significant proportion of their deposit for reasons we dispute (including a charge of £40 per room to dust the skirting boards and…
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Removal men and tipping
Is it the done thing? We're breaking our arms and legs paying for these guys and adding a tip on top of that might be the straw and the camels back... We were going to give them endless cups of tea, biscuits and cake, should we tip them as well?
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Just bought a new house -rat problem
MY brother recently bought a new home and has just discovered evidence of rats. They have also chewed through the wiring and it looks like the whole house's electrics will have to be rewired -v expensive. On speaking to his new neighbour he was told that the house had a history of infestation. Legally, does anyone know if…
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Scottish Home Buyer's Survey or whatever it called!
Hello Does anyone know how long the survey is valid for in the Home Buyer's Pack or whatever they call it these days? I am possibly looking to sell and wondered how long the survey will last for in case can't sell straightaway and need to pull off market til next year or something. thanks
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Fit for purpose
Hi can anyone advise me, my new house is a week over the 2yrs warranty and the main roof has started to leak. Rang Wimpy house builder they told me buying a house does not come under fit for purpose rule is he right? Thanks Bruce
