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Q. I am in the process of renting an apartment and am completely overwhelmed with how much personal information the Estate Agent is asking me to disclose. Apparently before they will even start the referencing process I must go to their office with my original ID, so passport and proof of address dated within the…
Q. I am starting my first job in September and currently navigating finding a suitable rental. A few friends have recommended I also take out tenant’s insurance, is this really necessary and if so what would it cover? A. Entering into your first rental contract can seem a little daunting and with so many things…
When purchasing a property and sourcing a solicitor I cannot even begin to share how important it is that you find one that is local to the area that you are buying in. Different regions, cities and areas experience a range of challenges when it comes to conveyancing. Personally I have found that a solicitor…
Q. I have just heard that the government is changing the rules on the minimum allowance rating of an EPC from next year and that this could impact me as a landlord; can you explain what the proposal is and what I need to do to be compliant? A. From April 2018, The Energy Efficiency…
Q. I am completing on the purchase of my first home on Friday and super excited. I understand I just need to drop into the estate agents on the day of completion and they will hand over the keys, however a friend is saying I need to wait until the agent gives me a call…
Q. I have what I believe to be a really good solid investment property located within one of the prestigious developments in canary wharf which I have had for over fifteen years now. However I am starting to feel a little apprehensive as I see the number of new build properties going up around me…
Q. I’m selling up and moving out of London as I now have to consider schools for my son. We have just had our offer accepted on a super Victorian house that is full of charm and character and just perfect. However after meeting with our financial advisor to sort out the mortgage application he…
Q. I bought a new build property a few months ago but to my dismay I have had nothing but issues with it. It seems like one thing after the other and honestly I am really not happy. Can you give me some advice on how I go about resolving them effectively? A. New homes…
Q. I’m moving to London soon to start a new job but I’m very anxious about finding somewhere to live. I am currently in Birmingham and working insane hours so I have absolutely no time to go down to London to find a new rental. A friend of mine suggested reaching out to agents to…
Q. I am buying a period conversion and it is in definite need of major refurbishment. However I have just had my home buyer’s survey back and the surveyor has noted that there could be asbestos in the ceiling panels and possibly in the textured wall covering too. There are plenty of other issues which…
