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Buying New Build Close to Flood Zone 2/3
Hi We are looking at a development which is fairly close to a Zone 2 and 3 Flood area. The developer has said none of the houses will be in the flood zones at all, they will all be at least 100m North of it. They are also building a large attenuation basin at the South of the development to collect any rainwater etc.…
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Lost deeds.
Hello, I wonder if anyone can give me some advice though ultimately my solicitors will need to deal with this. I have seen a house and put an offer in which has been accepted. Unfortunately the sellers cannot find the deeds to the house and are trying to sort this out. Has anyone had any experience of this previously?…
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Is it a good idea to buy in Croydon?
Hi everyone, First post on the forum but here goes. My sister and I are currently looking to buy a flat within the budget of 400k. As it’s not a huge budget and where we live is very expensive we were thinking of buying in east croydon. We’re thinking this is a good idea because of the transport links and would prefer this…
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Meet the builder meeting!
Hi All Just wanted to ask for some advise really.. we’ve recently purchased our FTB NB house. We’ve been scheduled in for a meet the builder meeting. I wanted to ask what sort of things to expect in this meeting. We ideally would love to take some questions with us! So would appreciate any talking points/questions we can…
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Additional enquiries help!
Can some please translate this so that I understand what on earth they're talking about! 😂 Im assuming they're talking about a shed and a small children play house in the garden..but I don't understand what the issue is or if there even is an issue! The work breach rings alarms bells so please help. My Solicitor- Please…
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Buying a home - Due diligence.
Hi, so you are looking to buy a home in a part of the country you never been too and have no friends or contacts in that area. What process or steps you would take to make sure this a forever home without the pitfalls and traps lying in wait. -https://www.police.uk/ - Check the crime rate.…
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Dilemma with recent house move and future
Hi all, I’m just looking for a bit of advice regarding an issue I’ve had since moving house. Sorry if the thread is too long I’m new to this! I’ll try and break it down to keep it simple: Partner and I recently moved into new house (Start Dec ‘21) which is a 3 Bed Semi. We moved from a 2 bed end terraced which was our home…
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Difference between Sold Subject to Contract and Under Offer
My parents house is currently now sold subject to contract. Previously it was under offer for couple months. On the particular estate agent there are both terms used. So clearly there is a difference. In old days I used think these both meant the same thing. Can anyone advise please. BTW my parents house being sold so…
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Coal mining report !
Hi, where about to complete on Friday the 14th but the lender has raised questions to the valuer about the coal mining report! Everything was okay and got a green tick but this was reported please see below ! Do you think this will be a problem to stop them lending and sending money Thursday ? 1. Past underground coal…
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Scotland: backing out after signing missives
Hi all, some advice please - and yes I know I've got myself into a bit of a pickle... I recently reserved and signed missives on a house purchase from a new-build with a property developer, due to be ready in April/May. However, I've since had a change of heart and want to back out. I'm aware that this is a breach of…
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Awaiting tenancy agreement
I’ve paid a holding deposit and first months rent for a flat starting in February. I was supposed to get the tenancy agreement to sign on Friday, still not received so have chased estate agent today. Estate agent said they are chasing the paralegal to release the agreement for me to sign. Should I be worried that something…
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What are these drain covers for?
I am buying a house and on the drain and water search, the only pipes that come remotely close to the house are the water pipes but they are not located on the property? The sewer drains flow across the rear corner of the property. The foul drainage manhole is in the road and the water meter is on the pavement. Can anyone…
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Will your flat pass the new PAS9980 assessment coming in next year and if not how much will it cost
The building safety regulations are in the House of Lords at the moment and will affect everyone who owns a flat and you will need to get the freeholder to do a PAS9980 from 2013/14. a good summary can be found here https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2021/09/is-the-uks-cladding-crisis-about-to-get-even-worse.html
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Using an overseas gift to buy a flat with cash
Hello I have a quick question regarding overseas gifts. The money would be coming from my parents, and they can produce proof that the monies have been deposited from their income over time. I have some money saved up as well and together I would be able to make a cash purchase on a flat. Other than the letter from my…
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Could this be your dream job?
Sounds like a great role for any like minded property geeks out there Residential Property Forum | Bank of England
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"Deck access" flats. Are they worth it?
Hello, My girlfriend is set on a ex-local authority 2 bed flat with deck access and 90 years on the lease. It's a decent flat but when we came to finding a mortgage the number of lenders was massively reduced. It's a good size place but reckon we will need a bigger place at some point in the future. My main concern is that…
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FTB - Previous Owners Landlord Issue
Hi Everyone, Looking for some advice regarding a peculiar issue that has arisen with the purchase of my first flat. Had an offer accepted in August 21, everything moved along pretty slowly but progress was being made by Late November and I was hoping to have completed before Christmas. Since November my solicitors have…
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Buying someone out - help
Hi all, Have a bit of an odd situation. My girlfriend and I have been together for around 18 months and we are looking to move in together - here’s the tricky bit. I am a home owner and so is she, but her house was actually bought with her ex. They have been split for 2 and a half years but they have kept paying the…
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Asbestos advice
Hi, i'm looking for advice and opinions please. We are selling our house 1980's/90's built semi- our buyers surveyor noted there 'may' be asbestos present in artex (covering all ceilings) and so buyers lender requested testing to confirm or rule out. We paid for testing in the garage roof, living/dining room, hallway and…
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Terminating contract with management company - Help with wording and the deposit.
Hi All, We are now looking to go self-manage and to terminate the contract with the management company. We have been with them for 2 years now but since we manage all repairs, documentations, etc. ourselves so feel there is no need for management company. Property is up to date with all required licences (gas/electricity…
