Category: Selling your home
Source of Funds Explained: What Homebuyers Need to Know
When you’re buying a home, one of the first things your solicitor will ask for is proof of funds. Solicitors request proof of funds when buying a house so they can verify how your deposit was built up – whether through savings, a previous sale, inheritance, or a gift. It might feel like extra paperwork,...
Buying or selling a house with an electrical vehicle charging point
Increasingly, many properties offer electric vehicle charging points. If you are selling or buying a property or considering adding a vehicle charging point to your home, find out about the legal issues you need to be aware of. When selling a property, your solicitor will need the relevant paperwork to provide to the buyer’s solicitor....
What documents for selling a house do you need?
If you are planning on selling a property, you can get off to a flying start by putting together the necessary documents beforehand. Find out what your solicitor will require and what forms you will need to fill in. When you sell a property, the buyer’s solicitor will need to see a wide range of...
The risks of not disclosing problems when selling a property
A couple has won the right to hand back their £32.5 million moth-infested mansion after the seller gave false answers to property information form questions. A billionaire’s daughter and her husband have been told by the High Court that they can return their property and be refunded after discovering that the seller had hidden a...
How does exchange of contracts work if you are buying and selling a property at the same time?
In a property sale or purchase, exchange of contracts is when the transaction becomes legally binding. The date for completion is set and following exchange, arrangements can be finalised for moving day. We take a look at how exchange of contracts takes place if you are selling and buying a property simultaneously. Getting ready for...
Install an electric vehicle charger
With electric vehicles (EVs) becoming more popular, property buyers are looking for homes that offer an EV charging point. An EV charger is faster and safer than using a standard plug and electric vehicle service equipment cable, which can take a day to fully charge a vehicle. A dedicated EV charger can be up to...
Our 7 top tips to add value to your home on a budget
If you want to increase the value of your property while sticking to a budget, there are a range of options available. We look at how to make improvements without breaking the bank. When selling your property, you will want to ensure it has an edge over the competition and achieves the best price possible....
Solar panels – what is the legal position?
According to standards organisation MCS, more than 183,000 solar panel installations took place in 2023. We answer some frequently asked questions and look at the legal position when it comes to solar panels for homeowners. The Microgeneration Certification Scheme or MCS is a quality assurance scheme that requires those holding its certification to adhere to...
Understanding public rights of way over private land
If you have a public right of way over your land or you are considering buying a property with a public right of way crossing it, you need to be aware of the obligations that accompany it. You may also have questions about moving the path. We take a look at the legal situation. Public...
