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The questions first-time buyers ask most, answered in plain English.
What Happens If the Seller Pulls Out After Exchange?
A seller who pulls out after exchange is in breach of contract. You're entitled to your deposit back plus interest, and potentially more. Here's what happens next.
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Q&ADoes EPC Rating Affect My Mortgage?
Lenders are increasingly using EPC ratings. Here's what A–G means for your mortgage options, green mortgage products, and what it costs to improve a rating.
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Q&ARestrictive Covenants: What Are They and Do They Matter?
Restrictive covenants run with the land — they bind every future owner. Here's how to find them, assess whether they matter, and what to do when they might be a problem.
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Q&AJapanese Knotweed Found in My Survey: What Now?
Japanese knotweed isn't an automatic deal-breaker, but it requires specialist treatment and most mortgage lenders need confirmation it's being managed. Here's what to expect.
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Q&AWhat Is a Title Indemnity Policy?
A title indemnity policy protects you (and your lender) against specific known legal defects in the title. Here's when it's used and what to check before accepting it.
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Q&ALocal Authority Searches: What Do They Actually Reveal?
LLC1 and Con29 are the two parts of a local authority search. Here's what each actually reveals and what to do if something shows up on yours.
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Q&ASubsidence Found in My Survey: Should I Worry?
Subsidence flagged in a survey needs a structural engineer's opinion before you can assess the real risk. Here's how to navigate it.
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Q&AWhat Is a TA6 Form?
The TA6 is the seller's formal disclosure about the property — planning history, boundaries, disputes, and more. Here's what to look for in each section.
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Q&ADamp Found in My Survey: What Do I Do?
Damp in a survey can range from minor condensation to serious rising damp. Here's how to understand the finding, what it costs, and whether to renegotiate or walk away.
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Q&AWhy Is My Conveyancing Taking So Long?
Most conveyancing delays come from one of four sources: searches, mortgage processing, enquiry backlogs, or your solicitor's caseload. Here's how to find out which is causing yours.
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