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First time buyers lost in flat-buying minefield
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Flats above shops may mean that lenders will reduce the loan amount you need for a mortgage, and certain types of shops are a no-no - ie takeaway, restaurant or hairdressers due to smells, noise, chemicals etc.0
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I looked at both flats and terrace houses, and decided on a new build flat in the end.
The terrace houses were fine, but had small bedrooms and no designated parking space (parking is already a problem in my area, and car ownership is on the increase, therefore I wouldn't buy anything that only had street parking). I also looked at some conversion flats, but found alot of them to be noisy, even the top floor ones.
I wouldn't recommend buying a flat above a shop, and if the flat isn't top floor, then check the insulation and noise between the other flats.Should've = Should HAVE (not 'of')
Would've = Would HAVE (not 'of')
No, I am not perfect, but yes I do judge people on their use of basic English language. If you didn't know the above, then learn it! (If English is your second language, then you are forgiven!)0 -
A new build flat is very dodgy territory if you're looking for capital gains. They perform worst against all other house types.Everything that is supposed to be in heaven is already here on earth.
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