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Offering on repossession tommorow can we
maryanne209
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We are putting an offer on a repossession tomorrow, it is through an estate agent, it has just been dropped by £10,000 and we are going to offer another £5,000 off as it is in really good condition and in a nice area. The other semis the same are up for quite a bit more. Can we still ask to take it off the market with it being a repossession,or will they not do that. The only thing I'm a bit unsure about is the two fireplaces have been done away with and completely been decorated over. Could this be a problem at all and if so what checks should I get done. The other Semis the same, still have their fireplaces and I don't know also if it would be possible to re-open the one in the living room. Hoping for a few replies before tommorrow as our cash buyer is desperate to get into our property. Very Many Thanks in advance
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I think with repos the agents are obliged to advertise locally that an offer of £x has been made and invite higher offers. You then have time limits to meet to complete - the agent should be able to guide you on that.
I'd find a local surveyor who can go straight in and do a full structural survey done if you are worried about the fireplaces.My first reply was witty and intellectual but I lost it so you got this one instead
Proud to be a chic shopper
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Sometimes blocked in fireplaces can get damp, you just need to clear out any debris and install an air brick or vent. If the chimney breast has been removed yo will need confirmation anything above has been correctly supported. Get written permission for your surveyor to enter the loft, lift carpets and a floorboard or two if needed. Then let your surveyor know you have consent and ensure he has a ladder if one is not in available!Declutterbug-in-progress.⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️⭐️0
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You can ask if they will take it off the market, but the chances are that they won't. As another poster said, it's likely they will have to advertise your offer and invite higher offers.Scar tissue that I wish you saw, sarcastic mister know it all, close your eyes and I'll kiss you cause with the birds I'll share this lonely view.0
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