Making An Offer To Purchase

Making An Offer To Purchase

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Options for Prospective Buyers When Making an Offer 1. Noting Interest • Before making an offer, buyers can ask their solicitor to “note interest” in a property. This ensures they are informed if a closing date is set and gives them a chance to prepare an...
The Downsizing Decision

The Downsizing Decision

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Downsizing is no longer just about retirees or empty-nesters moving to the country. Today, it involves a diverse range of individuals, including young professionals seeking to reduce living costs and middle-aged homeowners looking to free up equity. Motivations vary...
“Main Walls” (Home Reports)

“Main Walls” (Home Reports)

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Home Reports assess many elements of a property, but the “Main Walls” are clearly one of the most important.  The sandstone exterior walls that form a huge proportion of Edinburgh’s housing stock are liable to certains types of degradation,...
A Viewings Protocol For Home Buyers

A Viewings Protocol For Home Buyers

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Helpful Tips for a Smooth, Respectful Experience When you’re looking for your next home, every stage of the journey matters—from browsing online listings to stepping over the threshold for your first viewing. Here are some friendly tips to help you navigate the...
How Do I Know If My Property Is Priced Correctly?

How Do I Know If My Property Is Priced Correctly?

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Homes for sale in Scotland are typically priced according to the Home Report valuation, which is determined by building surveyors who are members of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). To arrive at a valuation figure, surveyors evaluate a range of data,...
ESPC Chartered Firms

ESPC Chartered Firms

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ESPC Chartership: Beyond the already invaluable service provided by the ESPC to home sellers and buyers in and around the Lothians, some of its member firms have stepped up to offer the next level in professional solicitor & estate agency...