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Tenants moving out queries
I have a fully-managed property, and the tenants gave notice that they would vacate this on a particular date - a Friday. However, when I contacted the letting agents about collecting the keys on the Saturday, they informed me that they would be carrying out the check out only on the following Monday and Tuesday, and…
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Full structural survey, feel like they did nothing.
Hi Guys and Gals, We just wanted some advice. We had a full structural survey done on a house that we are going to purchase. This is the first time we did a survey so don't really know if this is the standard. In short : Entire house has Floor bords fitted ( so no floors where inspected) Said there is damp with a picture…
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Land registry amended just before exchange of contract
Hi everyone, I am currently in the process of buying a house, and we are very close. As we were about to exchange contracts, something was flagged by our solicitor: the land registry was amended. Our solicitor is being cautious and has decided to put the exchange of contract on hold until this gets resolved. We are finding…
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Deposit from landlord
Hi. We have recently moved houses and when we moved in August 2016 our deposit was secured on time in a deposit scheme. The landlord decided to change estate agents in October 2016 however I’ve noticed the new estate agents have re-deposited or transfer funds into the same deposit scheme ( we got a new deposit scheme…
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Bathroom mould - rented property
Having issues within bathroom and need help! I don't use heating in there and had no issues in summer, I can only assume heat from surrounding apartments is helping make mine a breeding ground???? I rent and have photo evidence of the level of any issues within the apartment when I moved in, so need to ensure I keep on top…
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Get deposit back, landlord illegally subletting + claim tenancy deposit compensation
Hello guys, Here is my situation, I truly hope you can help me with it: - I rented last year a bedroom in a 2-bed apartment from someone (let's call him "T") and paid him a deposit on move in (£800). - "T" was originally a tenant of the flat along with "U" who was his roommate. Then "T" sublet his room to me, therefore I…
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Tenants rent arrears, court order to leave
Hi Tenant has a court order to leave in a few weeks due to rent arrears. Due to their attitude, we will want to be paid the arrears. If that happens, fine, deposit will be dealt with accordingly. However, if arrears remain unpaid, we will withhold the deposit return towards the arrears. But, as the deposit is held by the…
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Move Market Valuation Tool for Improvements
Is anyone familiar with this website? https://themovemarket.com/ It seems to have a handy little slider tool where you can adjust the value of a property based on potential improvements. Now I know online valuations (a la zoopla) are unreliable at best, so am somewhat sceptical, but wondered if the "improvement" figures…
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Purchasing the Freehold to a flat
Hi, I need some advice.. We purchased a leasehold flat in July last year, the building is a house split into two flats (we have the ground floor, the neighbours have 2 floors), the neighbours own the leasehold to their flat and the freehold of the whole building. They do not live in the property and have been renting it…
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Revoking a HMO licence
My daughter is looking for a property to purchase in Brighton for her sole use. One particular house she is considering has a current HMO licence (I’m guessing student rentals). From the listing it just looks like a normal terraced house. Would it be straightforward to revoke the HMO licence? She was concerned it could…
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Buy a house together, but then donate the shares to my wife
Hi, I am in the process to buy my first investment property and I need some advice. What I am asking is not new, I heard many persons do it legally, but I am not still sure about what to do. I need to contribute financially to the purchase of the property, but I want then donate my shares to my wife without incurring in…
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En suite - increase value?
We've had our house on the market from 17th December. We've had eleven viewings, everyone says that the house is well presented but the lack of ensuite is a problem. It is a four-bedroom detached. We are keen to get it sold asap but without dropping the price dramatically. There is plenty or scope to put an ensuite in the…
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Help to buy - add new partner
Help! My partner owns a property through help to buy with her ex. However, we would like to buy her out, which she is happy with. Our mortgage application has been approved. The problem Help to buy will not add people to existing scheme, even though I qualify. The only options they’ve given us is to buy out HTB which we…
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Kitchen islands - any views?
We have been considering one for the kitchen but I am not convinced it's a good idea. I feel that the likelihood of me stubbing my toes would increase dramatically and vacuuming/cleaning would take longer. Also, it would impede free movement in the kitchen and create an obstacle. But on the other hand, it looks great.…
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vendor just not acceoting but i dont understand why
Hi, i am buying a 2 bed terraced house and its on for offers in excess of 105k, which to me means that its what they want, not necessarily what its worth. Its been on the market for 3 months, probably because its street parking and on a main road, neither of which concern me that much. i started at 99,500 offer, she…
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Having doubts after offer accepted
Hi all. Further to my thread a few weeks back where i was exploring houses. A bungalow was suggested here which I went to look at and after some thought, put in an offer which was accepted. http://www.rightmove.co.uk/s6p/57484677 I am just still having doubts about it. It has several positives: its detached, reasonably…
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Buying a house from CMU
Hi, I'm a first time buyer looking to purchase a property. I've noticed that it is not built with bricks and I suspect it would be breeze blocks. I was wondering what would the implications be of buying a house made of CMU. Would mortgage be an issue? Would it be harder to resell? Would insurance be more expensive or is…
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House Buying Frustration
Hi all Does anyone else feel extremely frustrated with properties being listed for sale, seeing the listing within 24 hours and setting up a viewing as soon as humanly possible and getting a call hours before to say the viewing is now cancelled as an offer has been submitted and accepted. I work full time Monday - Friday…
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Deposit question
I'm not sure how to properly explain this but I'll try my best. Do you have to have the full deposit amount ready when putting in an offer or can you be "short" on the basis you'll have the full amount by the time the deposit is transferred? Does the vendors estate agent care about this or is it more to do with my mortgage…
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What to do with equity
Hello all, New to posting so please be kind :) I have around £130k equity in my current (first) property with around 12 years left of mortgage. We are outgrowing it with 2 kids but can comfortably stay if renovate bathroom and kitchen. We are tinking to upsize using the equity and keep our current as a let to buy - have…
