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  • SerialRenter
    SerialRenter Posts: 611 Forumite
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    Our report came back with almost identical issues. But i don't think it's anything insurmountable.

    Work with the sellers estate agents to arrange access for a pest control company and a roofer to visit and see what work needs doing, get them to quote for this. Measure up the windows with blown seals and get a quote for those.

    Go back to the seller, see if they're willing to negotiate based on the quotes you have.
    If they agree, buy the house, fix the issues, bobs your uncle, you have a lovely new home.
    *Assuming you're in England or Wales.
  • maisie_cat
    maisie_cat Posts: 2,069 Forumite
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    capital0ne wrote: »
    Get some quotes/estimates for the work required and knock that off your offer - walk if refused.

    This tactic only really works when the house is advertised as newly refurbished/excellent condition and items are found that were not expected.
    Expect an older house to have something or buy a new one.
    How does the agreed price compare with similar ones? Sellers get really hacked off when people do this if the house is already priced for it's condition
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