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Selling a house without planning permission

Can you sell a house without planning permission?

If you’re selling a house that needs planning permission, and you don’t have approval from the council, the chances of a quick sale are slim. If you’re trying to sell your home without planning permission, did you know it’s actually un-mortgageable? That’s right. Properties are unmortgageable if they have had illegal extensions carried out without… Read more »

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Selling and leasing commercial property

A guide to selling and leasing commercial property

If you own a commercial property, you may be unsure about what to do with it. Should you lease it out to tenants, or put it on the market and sell up? Many property owners are unaware of the risks associated with leasing a commercial property, and the high fees associated with selling. In this… Read more »

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Selling a house with an enforcement notice

Selling a house with an enforcement notice is not easy. If you’ve recently been issued with an enforcement notice and you want to sell your property, you may have a tough time getting past the regulations. It’s not ideal, but in this situation it will cost you a lot of money before you’re able to… Read more »

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Energy Performance Certificates: How to sell an unmodernised EPC rated F or G house

If you’re looking to sell your house fast, the Energy Performance rating can have a huge effect on the value and thanks to new legislation it may even become illegal to put it on the market. Our guide on how to sell an unmodernised EPC rated F or G house explains it all. If you… Read more »

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How to sell a property with asbestos

Across the UK, there are a high number of properties that still contain asbestos, and if you’re trying to sell one, its presence is sure to deter potential buyers. This leaves you in a difficult and stressful situation, especially if you need a quick sale for a fair price. So how do you sell a… Read more »

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Selling at auction fees

When it comes to selling at auction, fees can be high and a sale isn’t guaranteed. This is one of the main disadvantages of auction. The typical auction commission percentage is 2.5% on average, although it can be higher and there are other additional costs that need to be taken into account. Many people looking… Read more »

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What happens if a property does not sell at auction in UK?

What happens if a property doesn’t sell at auction in the UK? Well, first of all, you’re probably going to be feeling pretty disappointed. One of the many disadvantages of a house auction sale is the risk that your property won’t attract any interest, and fail to sell on the day. If an auction property… Read more »

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How to sell your house without an estate agent

When selling a property, using an estate agent is usually the first method that comes to mind, however, it is worth doing some research into how to sell your house without an estate agent, as there are a few quicker and cheaper options out there. Using an estate agent can have many costs associated with… Read more »

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How much are auction fees?

How much are auction fees?

So, how much are auction fees? Well, it turns out many people are confused about auction fees and are keen to find out how much auctioneers charge to sell a house at auction.   If you need a quick sale, property auctions can be thrilling and potentially rewarding, however get it wrong and instead of… Read more »

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Is auctioning a house a good idea?

Is auctioning a house a good idea? If you can’t decide between an auction or a private sale, you’ll need to know how much it costs to auction a house, along with the advantages and disadvantages of auction sales. Before we go through the auction pros and cons, we’ll take a look at the cost… Read more »

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