Our Property Articles
Through our articles, we aim to clarify Property topics in an easy to follow and informative approach.
Home Move Checklist
Moving house is often ranked as one of the most stressful life transitions you can make. With requirements such as finding the right property, packing and transporting your belongings, changing your address, meeting your neighbours and getting settled in, the process...
What Survey Is Right for Me?
Part of our 60-second reads series. When purchasing a property, having a clear understanding of its condition can save you considerable time, money, and stress. This is where a professional home survey proves invaluable. Conducted by a RICS-qualified surveyor, a home...
What is a Level 3 Survey?
Part of our 60 second read series. A Level 3 Survey, also known as a Full Building Survey, is the most comprehensive property inspection available to homebuyers. This detailed survey is ideal for houses, older homes, properties in poor condition, or those with unusual...
What is a Level 2 Survey?
Part of our 60 Second reads series! If you're buying a home, a RICS HomeBuyer Report (Level 2 Survey) offers the peace of mind that your investment is sound and free from major defects. A Level 2 Survey is a mid level survey designed to inform you of visible issues,...
Boundary Disputes for Beginners
Part of our 60-Second Read Series! What Is a Boundary Dispute? A boundary dispute occurs when neighbouring property owners disagree about the location, width, direction, or rights over their shared boundary line. These disputes are among the most common types of...
Beginners Guide to the Party Wall Process
Part of our 60-second read series! The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is a legal framework in England and Wales designed to prevent and resolve disputes between neighbours when building work affects shared walls, boundary walls, or nearby excavations. If construction works...
Licence for Alterations Fact Sheet
We’ve also got a YouTube video on this topic. A Licence for Alterations is required when a leaseholder wishes to carry out changes to their property. Most leases include specific wording that restricts alterations without the freeholder’s prior written consent....
When Is a Party Wall Notice Necessary?
This is part of our 60 second read series of articles! The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 requires that formal Party Wall Notices are served before certain types of construction work can begin. These legal notices ensure that affected neighbours, known as adjoining owners,...
What Triggers the Party Wall Process?
This is part of our 60 second read series of articles! The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies to specific construction works that may impact shared walls or nearby structures. If your project involves any of the following, Party Wall procedures must be followed:...
Adjoining Owner Guidance: The Party Wall Act
This is part of our 60 second read series of articles! If your neighbour plans to carry out work affecting: A shared wall, floor, garden wall Excavates within 6 metres of your property Builds near the boundary line The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies. They are...