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Description: What are your experiences when buying a home. What advice can you give others?

Newest Review: ... same area or estate. The first property we saw had been looked after very well and kept in extremely good nick, brand new kitchen and designer sink in the bathroom, we sadly lost the property as we did not want to get into a bidding war, but a week later looked at the same property next door, which was fine, but very dated - they wanted the same asking (which they eventually ... more

 ... achieved). During your first viewing, you need to ask questions such as: How long is the lease? On average ex-council properties in London have over 120 years lease on them, generally most of the ex-council properties on the market were bought about 5 years ago, all co...more

tazzywazzy
Premium Review How to buy a house: Who the F*** is Larry?! (2488 words)
by tazzywazzy - written on 09/11/06 (Very useful, 439 readings)
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Seeing as I have had my flat for a whole month now and have not yet bored you all to tears with dull house stories, I think now would be a good time, and where better to start than with advice on how to buy a house. Before I start my review, I need to add that this is mainly geared towards the London market, and ex-council properties, this process is really quite different to anywhere else in the UK, so may not be of much help if you live in the leafy burbs! *Tazzywazzy's Top Tip* If you are trying to buy a place in London, but aren't quite sure how you are going to afford it, take a look at ex-council properties. They are spacious, well laid out ...

katygriff
Premium Review Whoa There! That Was All a Bit Too Easy! (2333 words)
by katygriff - written on 19/09/06 (Very useful, 277 readings)
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Congratulations you have just bought your fist house! These are the words I have been hearing a lot lately and to be honest although I am finding it hard now that I have seen a few of the bills I am going to have to pay and also seeing my bank balance after kitting out the house, I was surprised at how easy it was to actually buy a house because I did the right amount of preparation and it all seems to have gone swimmingly nice. I hope to let you all know about my experience with this review and I will try to include everything you need to think about when you are buying a house. ----- Price Range: The first thing you must do is to set ...

kellylouj
Crowned Review How to buy a house: The first time buyers guide to moving. (3427 words)
by kellylouj - written on 01/05/06 (Very useful, 2579 readings)
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This review is based on my current experience as a First Time buyer, who knew absolutely nothing about buying a house so here is my bit of advice at understanding what is involves in making it though the actual sales. When you decide to move out of your parent's home there are a lot of factors to consider what option is best for you, are you doing it alone or will you be sharing the costs with other people. ****Deciding to Rent or Buy**** This is the first decision that you need to overcome are you in a position to purchase a property? Are you able to raise at least 5 or even 10% deposit? If the answer is no then you may find that renting ...

 
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