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A first-time buyer’s guide to mortgages

By Emma · On February 24, 2012 · In Before you buy · Leave a Comment
If you’re thinking of buying a home for the first time, you may or may not have started investigating mortgage options. They may seem daunting at first, but with a little research, you’ll soon realise they’re relatively straightforward.
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Finding a good conveyancer

By Emma · On February 22, 2012 · In Who you gonna call? · Leave a Comment
Once your offer has been accepted, you’ll need to think about getting a legal eagle on board to look after all the boring paperwork bit. The legal process of buying and selling a property is known as ‘conveyancing’ and the person who deals with this aspect of the law is called a ‘conveyancing solicitor’ or ‘licensed conveyancer’.
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A guide to choosing a surveyor

By Emma · On February 1, 2012 · In Who you gonna call? · Leave a Comment
A chartered surveyor will be able to give you an independent, professional assessment of your prospective new home. They can help you understand any major issues in the property’s structure or any costs you may have to fork out in rectifying problem areas. Getting a professional survey is highly recommended so you know exactly what you're buying.
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Leasehold or Freehold – which is best?

By Emma · On February 1, 2012 · In Before you buy · Leave a Comment
When you start looking for your first home, you’ll probably notice that the properties are described as being either freehold or leasehold. If you’re a bit baffled as to what they both mean, here’s our quick guide on leasehold vs. freehold.
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4 steps to find your perfect property

By Emma · On February 1, 2012 · In Before you buy · Leave a Comment
Hunting for your ideal home can be fun and exciting - to begin with. However, as the search trundles on and you’re on to your 50th viewing – it can sometimes lose its joyous edge.
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