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What do we do next?
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OK this is so obviously going to be from a FTB 
anyway, what do we do now?
We have agreed on a price, we know what mortgage to apply for and I think we know what solicitors we're going to use
but what do I actually do next? I can't apply for the mortgage without naming my solicitors, I can't ask the solicitors to act for us without knowing the mortgage
do I do them both at the same time (ie tomorrow)?:rotfl:
anyway, what do we do now?
We have agreed on a price, we know what mortgage to apply for and I think we know what solicitors we're going to use
but what do I actually do next? I can't apply for the mortgage without naming my solicitors, I can't ask the solicitors to act for us without knowing the mortgage
do I do them both at the same time (ie tomorrow)?
:rotfl: Trying to get on top of finances one step at a time
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Call the solicitors first, they don't immediately need to know what mortgage co. you're using but you can tell them the BS without having started a mortgage app.
The sols will be able to point you in the right direction and talk you through the process - try to ensure you have a single contact at the solicitors for the whole transaction and get an estimate of their fee so you aren't surprised at the end.
Best of luck for an easy purchase0 -
Stock up on hair dye (the kind that covers grey hair).anyway, what do we do now?
Buy a swear-box (you'll be able to furnish your house by the time it's completed).
Apart from that, just do everything as soon as you're asked and keep in touch with solicitors/estate agents/financial advisor/mortgage company etc. Remember that the survey will highlight problems - it's what you employ a surveyor for - so don't panic!
Never be afraid to ask questions.
Remember to keep on top of everyone - at the end of the day it's still partly your responsibility to ensure the purchase goes through. You can't rely on everyone else. Be contactable - sometimes things need to happen at short notice.
Expect the unexpected. Always.
Remember, hangovers are a necessary part of the housebuying process
Good luck! You'll be fine
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Tiger_greeneyes wrote: »Remember, hangovers are a necessary part of the housebuying process
thats good its my birthday this weekend I can blame the house buying for the hangover Trying to get on top of finances one step at a time0 -
Believe me, you'll be blaming all your hangovers on the house buying from now until completion
Have a lovely birthday :bdaycake:0
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