Single Joint Expert Valuations in Matrimonial Property Disputes: RICS Best Practices for 2026
Over 40% of contested divorce proceedings in England and Wales involve a dispute over the value of the matrimonial home — making accurate, impartial property valuation one of the most consequential professional services in family law. When two parties cannot agree on what a shared asset is worth, the court increasingly turns to a single […]
Expert Witness Valuations in Neighbour Boundary Disputes: RICS Standards and Drone Survey Integration for 2026 Cases
Boundary disputes between neighbours cost UK property owners an estimated £3 billion annually in legal fees, lost property value, and prolonged litigation — yet the majority of these cases hinge on a single document: the expert witness valuation report. In 2026, that report looks very different from what courts saw even three years ago. Expert […]
RICS Home Survey Standards in RAAC Remediation Claims: Expert Witness Roles for 2026
The discovery of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) in thousands of UK buildings has triggered a wave of remediation claims worth billions of pounds, with chartered surveyors increasingly called upon as expert witnesses to navigate complex disputes over liability, valuation losses, and remediation costs. As RICS Home Survey Standards in RAAC Remediation Claims: Expert Witness […]
Level 2 v Level 3 Survey: The Complete Property Buyer’s Guide for 2026
Level 2 v Level 3 Survey: The Complete Property Buyer’s Guide for 2026 When purchasing a property, choosing between a Level 2 v Level 3 survey can mean the difference between a sound investment and a costly mistake. This decision impacts not only your immediate purchase but potentially saves thousands in unexpected repairs and provides […]
What to do before an RICS Home Survey?
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 Surveys which are vital to […]
