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Are you thinking about a commercial property? Or maybe you’re already in the middle of negotiations and feeling a bit lost in the terminology. Just one of the phrases you’ve probably come across is the ‘photographic schedule of condition’. Today, we’re going to explain what it is, and whether you really need one for a […]
Before we built houses out of bricks and mortar, we built them out of timber. In fact, we still do! Timber frame buildings have been around for centuries and are still going strong today. Whether it’s a Tudor cottage with an oak frame and infill panels, or a modern new build. One of the things […]
If you’re looking to buy a new property in Southampton, it’s really important that you fully understand what you’re buying. And make sure you’re not spending hundreds of thousands of points on a nightmarish money pit! Luckily, there are some great companies in Southampton that can help you make sure that what you’re buying won’t […]
Are you buying your first property? Does it feel like you don’t really know what happens next, or what you’re supposed to do? Maybe you’ve been told you should get a survey. But you don’t really know what one is or what it involves. It’s no surprise, the UK house-buying process can be confusing at […]
Whether you’re a regular developer, investor or consultant stepping into the space, there are a lot of things to get your head around in the construction world. Including who does what. One of the most pivotal, but often overlooked roles is the Employer’s Agent under a JCT Design and Build Contract. But understanding the responsibilities […]
Picture this. You’re a business owner looking to take on a new premises in London. You’ve done your research – you know how much rent you can afford, what the rates bill will be, and the service charge. You know how much you’ll be spending on gas, electricity, and even how much you’ll be paying […]
When a new site is being developed, there are a lot of plates to keep spinning. While all of them are important, there is a critical part of the process that often doesn’t get the spotlight it deserves. It happens right at the start, during the site acquisition process, and it’s called technical due diligence. […]
People often describe buying a home as the biggest purchase you’ll ever make in your life. So, it’s not surprising that many buyers are looking for ways to save money! There are a few ways you can do that when buying a property. For example, you could go directly to your bank for a mortgage, […]
Properties are a significant investment – probably the biggest you’ll make. And unlike other investments, they also offer the opportunity to increase their value by improving or expanding them. You can make internal improvements and improve the space. You can transform unused spaces by adding extensions or adjusting the internal layout. But if you don’t […]
Let’s say you’re renovating a property. Maybe you own the home, manage the building, or you just bought it to fix it up. You, or a contractor, are ready to work. You pull back a ceiling tile or start stripping out some walls, and you hear a question that no one really wants to hear; […]
Whether you’re building an extension, converting your loft or doing structural alterations, you need to understand your obligations under the Party Wall etc Act 1996. It’s one of those areas that can quietly derail your project if you’re not properly prepared. A lot of homeowners don’t realise just how long the party wall process can […]
Unexpected repairs. Costly downtime. Safety concerns. If you’re a property owner or manager, these are very familiar headaches for you! Luckily, there’s a simple solution to all of them: a planned preventative maintenance survey, also known as a PPM survey. Today, we’ll be diving into what they are, why you need them, and how they […]
