Buying an older property comes with a certain amount of charm and that’s why so many of us love them. But there’s also a long list of potential costs that newbuild’s generally avoid (although these are not without their problems too). The first and most important step if you’re buying any home, but particularly an older one is having a proper survey carried out. A good surveyor will point out hidden issues that may not be obvious at first viewing, from damp in the walls to outdated wiring or signs of structural movement.
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