When buying a property, there is always a multitude of factors to be considered. If this is your first house or you are a seasoned buyer, it is always wise to go over the process to ensure you are ready for this big venture.

This article takes a look at the basic process of buying a property.

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Making an offer on a house

Buying a property starts when you make an offer on the property, which the seller then accepts. As the buyer, you should instruct your Conveyancer on accepting the offer.

Once the offer has been accepted, you should arrange a survey of the property. A survey is an inspection of a property’s condition conducted by experts. A surveyor will look at a variety of factors, including:

• Ceilings
• Roof
• Walls
• Bathrooms
• Any other major indoor features
• Permanent outdoor buildings
• Permanent outdoor features (roofing, pipes, gutters, walls, windows, doors).

Meanwhile, if necessary, you should make a mortgage application.

What are contract papers when buying a house?

Following the survey, your Conveyancer will confirm the instructions by letter. Terms of business and fixed fee costs are included.

Your Conveyancer will then be in contact with the seller’s Conveyancer to obtain the contract pack.

The contract pack contains:

• The buyer’s and seller’s names
• The agreed property price
• The title number
• The full property address
• Other details of the sale.