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How much does a valuation cost?

House valuation costs in 2026 range from free agent appraisals to formal surveyor reports running into hundreds of pounds. What you pay depends on why you need the figure, and picking the wrong type means paying for a report you never needed. Here is how the main options compare.…

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How to buy someone out of a house

Buying someone out of a house means taking over their share of the equity to become the sole owner. From valuing the property and calculating the equity split to remortgaging and completing the transfer of equity, this 2026 UK guide walks through the process, the costs and how long it typically takes.…

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What Does ‘Sold STC’ Mean?

Sold STC appears on for-sale boards across the UK, but the sale behind it is not yet secure. This guide explains what the term means for buyers and sellers, how long the stage lasts, why some sales fall through, and the steps that help a purchase reach completion.…

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What is a mews house?

Mews houses are among the most characterful homes on the UK market, compact period properties tucked down quiet cobbled lanes. Once built as stables and coach houses for grand townhouses, they carry a surprising history and a distinctive layout. Here is what sets them apart, and what to weigh before buying.…

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Buying a flat above a shop: The pros and cons

Thinking about buying a flat above a shop? These homes can offer a lower purchase price and a central location, but they come with trade-offs around noise, odours, fire safety and mortgages. Here is what to weigh up, how lending works, and the checks worth making before you commit.…

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What does 'offers over' mean?

'Offers over' is a pricing strategy where the seller sets a minimum figure and expects bids above it, rather than a fixed asking price. Common across the UK and standard practice in Scotland, it works alongside the Home Report. Here is what buyers and sellers should weigh up before making a move.…

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