Who pays for Structural Survey?

badger09

OP

I would definitely try to find the cause of the damp and get it sorted before remarketing. It might well be condensation but could be any number of things. 

Take a look here for tips on damp in older properties

https://www.heritage-house.org/damp-and-condensation/types-of-damp-what-have-i-got/what-is-rising-damp.html

I would also take advice on the cracks and if just cosmetic, fill, smooth & decorate. If more serious, then be prepared to adjust price accordingly. 

Good luck
 

SadieO

Denisze said:

We had other first time buyers interested who could not afford a survey just as this first time buyer can’t afford them. We have already been told our buyer is now nervous.

I don't understand this mentality. Yes buying a house is expensive but getting a survey done is, in my mind, just one of those expenses that you factor in. Especially if you're nervous! It's a tiny percentage of the house price that could save you many thousands of pounds. Best case scenario it shows nothing alarming and you get peace of mind. Medium case, you get an indication of what you're in for, what you might need to budget for and perhaps negotiate with the seller. Worst case scenario it lets you know the house is hugely problematic and you walk away from a purchase that could have cost you an absolute fortune in money and stress. I don't understand why anyone would go into the biggest purchase of their life without collecting all the information they can beforehand.