Insight: Does A Mortgage In Principle Mean You’re Guar...
Purchasing a property in London is something you do in stages, and an early step towards owning your property is obtaining your MIP or mortgage in principle (sometimes called a DIP – Decision In Principle or an AIP – Agreement In Principle).Once you have a mortgage in principle, you can pr....
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How To Negotiate A House Price – 5 Negotiating Tips Fo...
It’s Important To Become Familiar With The Process Of NegotiatingIf you’re ready to buy a property in London, you may be worried about how to start haggling with the seller to reach the price you’re prepared to pay. Negotiating can be awkward, but it’s a key element of purchasing a pro....
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Property Market Update: What’s Happening In The UK Pro...
There’s a slightly more festive feel to this month’s property market update, with a few interesting facts and figures to round off a hectic 2022 in the housing market! Despite Christmas usually being a slow period for property sales, read on to find out more about why now could be the per....
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Can I Use The Equity in My Property As A Deposit For My ...
What Should I Know About Equity And Using it As A Deposit?If you’re selling your property in London, finding a deposit to purchase your next home may present a challenge. However, if you currently have equity in your existing home, you may be wondering whether you can put it down as a deposi....
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What Is the Difference Between Tenants in Common and Joi...
It’s Important Not To Overlook The Sometimes Dull But Essential Details That Go With Purchasing A PropertyIf you’re buying a home in London with your partner or a friend, you may be very excited about the process. But it’s important not to overlook all the dull but essential details that....
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What Are Bridging Loans?
A Bridging Loan Should Be Viewed As A Short Term Financial SolutionHome buyers in London who are seeking solutions to their short-term financial issues may have heard about bridging loans but may not know what they are. Fortunately, our expert team at Cribs Estates Ltd is on hand to give you a....
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What Can Delay Completion On My Property Purchase?
There Are Several Reasons Why The Process Of Exchanging Contracts Could Be Held UpFor those selling homes in London, the process of selling their property can be a stressful one, especially if they’re worried about their completion being delayed. There are several reasons why the process of ....
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What Is A Money Laundering Check When Purchasing A Prope...
AML Checks Are Extremely Important!When you’re buying a property in London, you may be surprised to discover that you have to prove you aren’t laundering money when you buy. Yet, these checks are extremely important, and they are a key part of the purchasing process.Here, the Cribs Estates....
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What is ‘Rent-to-Rent’ and How Does it Work?
Rent to rent is not that widely known, but it could be a way for you to make an income without having to buy a property.Like many things, rent to rent comes with positives and it comes with negatives – the best thing to do is to weigh up the pros and the cons and come to a decision on whethe....
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