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Rent abatement
Property in Scotland. Tenancy started 01/06. On 01/09 we were advised of a serious damp/condensation problem in one of the bedrooms. Repairs to the property are now booked in for 01/10 - likely to last around a week and then some redecoration will need to be done too. Also purchased a dehumidifier for the property on…
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"Unadopted" rear alley way?
The terraced house we're proposing to buy has pedestrian access to the rear via a footpath. This is horribly overgrown and access isn't possible. It's noted on the details we got from our solicitor as being "unadopted". I think that this means that the council does not accept the responsibility to maintain it. Is that…
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Error in contract by letting agent - can they force us to sign a new contract?
Hey guys, In a bit of a pickle and would massively appreciate your help on this. The contract for my current two bedroom flat was due to run out and our letting agent told us that we would just go on a monthly contract which was perfect for us. However just before the contract was up they came back saying the landlord…
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Best site to look for private house sales?
Sorry, maybe it's a bit too late now, but I'm a bit overwhelmed by the Google results for private house sales. We just want to be sure we don't miss a good opportunity... I guess gumtree is good, but any other tips? Thanks a lot, Andre
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First time landlords - Help
Hi We bought a property to rent out last August, which was let in October and are about to fill in our first tax return. I telephoned HMRC this evening and was advised to register for self assessment online, then we would be sent a UTR to complete before the end of January 16. However, I am not sure what I need to do to…
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Buying a park home (with "mortgage")?
Hi All, We're just looking for something to move in, and unfortunately we are (a) rather noise sensitive, (b) have 2 kids (i.e., need 2-3 bedroom), and (c) don't have too much money in an expensive area... Thus, we try to think a bit out of the box, and quite close is a park home area, which doesn't seem to have an age…
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Do we both need to be there?
Hi Just trying to make best use of our time... On the day we complete and collect the keys do we both need to be there?
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Question about first time renting
Hi, I currently have poor credit with a previous CCJ on my record. This is no longer active but i do still have poor credit although i am trying to improve it. My partner on the other hand has good/great credit. We are currently looking to get our first rented property as she is 9months pregnant. I am worried that we will…
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Buying out a joint deed holder on a freehold property with a mortgage???
Hi All, I was wondering whether you can advice me on how I can best proceed with a situation and whether it's something you can help me with legally. Situation- Myself and my sister are both on the title deeds for a freehold property that my parents gifted to us in 2013. Since we have no mortgage I would like to know…
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Buying freehold for a house: looking for some help
Hi, long time lurker here with a couple of questions ;) I bought my house last year knowing it was leasehold, I didn't have enough cash to buy the freehold then but do now so I requested a quote from Simarc, who represent the holder of the lease. I have 3 questions: * The quote from Simarc is presented as a fait accompli -…
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what is my solicitor saying?
Hi, Got bit confused after several email exchanges with my solicitor. I am trying to purchase a flat (share of free hold) and she told me: alterations had been carried out at the property without the Freeholder’s consent. Basically there are three flats in this converted house and every owner has 33% of the free hold. The…
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Argh! Surprise building work prior to exchange!
Good Afternoon MSE-ers! So I've just received a letter from my solicitor regarding some enquiries they've been working hard to obtain from my seller. The enquiries were regarding planned building works to be carried out on the property I'm purchasing. The responses received have dictated that the lessors of the building…
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House Buying/Selling - Budget Spreadsheet
Hi Having recently cleared ALL debts :T we have this week put our house on the market. I am very keen to watch every penny. I was wondering if anyone has a spreadsheet that shows everything you spend on selling and buying a house. So for example, something that shows, Estate Agent Fees EPC certs Solicitors Fees Mortgage…
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Tenants In Common question
Hello folks, Was wondering if anyone could tell me if my plan re: Tenants In Common is a good one and if there is anything I've missed / should do? Thanks :) Background: My amazing Mum is helping me to buy a BTL flat (I am self-employed but a first-time buyer, so although I had over a 25% deposit for the flat, and the…
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service charge
I wonder if anyone can give me some advice? I live on a small estate there are four blocks of flats and there are 20 flats in total. In one block of 7 flats there is a lift. All other blocks just have stairs. Our housing association has written to us saying they have put the lift service out to tender for all of their…
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Moving House - A Checklist?
Moving house next week from one rented accommodation to a new one. I've been looking around the site for some sort of guide of things to remember to do in both the old and new properties, but can't seem to find anything - can anyone point me in the right direction?
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unadopted road query
We have recently bought a house in an unadopted road. I have ascertained that the water and sewage are maintained by the water companies and I have been informed from the local council land charges department that it is classed as a private road. I have submitted a request to the Land Registry (£4) to see if the road is…
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Best source of advice for a first time buyer?
I have a young nephew who wants to buy a flat. He has no idea of where and who he can get advice and information from He intends to buy cash as he does not want to have a mortgage Currently he has £72,000 in savings He lives in Scotland and you could buy a small flat for around this price. He is continuing to save in the…
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Doing up houses for a living
I'm currently an experienced property professional working for a private company and after buying my own house and doing it up to live in, i'd now really like to do it for a living. The aim is that I could maybe carry on working for the duration of my first project and then take it up full time ready for the second one -…
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time between exchange and completion?
Have had an offer on our house and buyer has arranged a buy to let mortgage on it. They are suggesting that they are willing to exchange quickly and the completion can be made a few months later in order for us to find our own property at leisure. They do not have to sell their house and seem quite happy with the lengthy…
