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The first time you buy property, it is an exciting and satisfying experience. You must keep your head and think logically about this big investment. Just as you would not buy a car without having it looked over you should not buy your first flat or house without getting a

You may not be aware that there could be a little-known threat lurking in your garden that could have serious structural implications for your building. Have you ever heard of Japanese Knotweed? If not, then now may be the time to sit up and take notice. It could spell bad

Number of New Build Homes The government desires to build an average 300,000 new homes per year to counter the endemic under-supply of housing in the UK. With residential developments continuing to spring up all over the Greater London area and beyond, there is more choice than ever before for

The home-buying process is a long and winding road, and one of the next checkpoints is to find a property which ticks all of your boxes and then make an offer on that property. This box can then be ticked off and you can proceed through the next stage of

A well-manicured, mature garden can add value to a property, improve its saleability and considerably enhance its overall appearance. However, are you also aware that your house could be damaged by a tree in the garden? Our panel of experts have been surveying Wimbledon London homes for over 25 years

No one wants to move into a new house the roof needs some work. A repair can be a few hundred pounds at best or if the damage is so bad you need a full replacement, you could be looking to pay between £3,000 and north of £18,000. This means

The Red Book is issued by RICS as part of their commitment to promote and support high standards in valuation delivery across the world. The publication details mandatory practices for RICS members undertaking valuation services. As the first, globally recognised, trademark for valuers and the most widely used valuation standard

Whether it’s for residential or commercial purposes, buying a new home or property is a big financial investment. No matter how excited you are about your new property, you should always make sure that it is properly surveyed before buying – a Level 3 building survey is a cost-effective way

Negotiating the purchase of a home is a delicate dance that takes place with every home purchase. Everyone involved in this dance, the seller, buyer, real estate agents and lenders have different goals and expectations, but the result hinges on finding a middle ground for a closing. How well each

Cracks in the walls of your home can be unnerving. Should you worry about them? After all, they aren’t just unsightly – they can be a sign that something more serious is wrong. However, not all wall cracks need the attention of a structural engineer. Some cracks can be quite

Buying a home can be cumbersome, as a home is a huge investment. The process can be very complex and requires multiple inspections and assessments to make sure that you are truly making the right decision. The inspections that could take place are RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) Home