Never buy a home without checking these four essential things
When buying a home, make sure you know what to expect from the seller during the buying process.
WHAT IS AN EPC?
The seller must provide you with an Energy Performance Certificate or EPC free of charge.
The EPC is produced by an accredited domestic energy assessor and lasts 10 years.
DUTY OF DISCLOSURE
The rule of buyer beware applies but the seller must not fraudulently conceal known defects or reply dishonestly to pre-contract enquiries.
PROTOCOL FORMS
Your solicitor will have provided you with copies of the property information form, the fittings and contents form, and, if you are buying a leasehold property, with the leasehold information form.
The seller will have completed these forms and answered any additional enquiries raised by your solicitor, and sh...





