Factsheets

Residential Property factsheets:

• 19 Mar 2013
  Biggest mistakes…
  They say that moving house is one of the most stressful things you can do. Don't make it worse by making a big mistake!
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• 14 Mar 2013
  Simple Steps to Buying Residential Property
  Whilst there is a huge amount of information readily available in the media regarding the property market, in general there doesn't seem to be a straightforward guide to what buyers should be doing and what they should be watching out for.
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• 19 Dec 2012
  What does the Home Report mean by 'Dampness'?
  Dampness can cover a whole magnitude of different things ranging from rising damp to leaking from plumbing installations and even condensation from cooking.
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• 15 Oct 2012
  Tartan tips for Scots buying homes in England & Wales
  For Scots buying ‘down south’, or even for English ‘returners’, it can seem a daunting process but with a little bit of knowledge or assistance, it can be the positive experience that buying a home should always be.
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• 25 Sep 2012
  A Parents' Guide to starting University
  Morton Fraser’s team of legal and financial experts have compiled this handy guide to help you in your parental role during what can be a life changing transition; when your child starts University.
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• 3 Aug 2012
  The mysteries of asking prices
  When you start thinking about buying a property, you begin to enter a strange new world. Our top tips will help you in the right direction.
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• 20 Jul 2012
  Empty Nest – is it time to downsize?
  The major question for many is how we deal with a family home that no longer houses a family but, for many reasons, we are still emotionally attached to.
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• 2 Jul 2012
  Residential Leases
  Important information for landlords regarding residential leases.
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• 2 Jul 2012
  Houses in Multiple Occupation
  Are you thinking about buying a property for your child to live in whilst they're at University? You may need to take into consideration obtaining a HMO license...
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• 30 May 2012
  Are buy-to-let properties a good investment?
  In the current financial climate is buy-to-let worth considering? Take a look at our factsheet which which will help you weigh up the options.
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