A survey, also known as a home buyers report, will help you make an informed decision on whether to go ahead with buying a property or not. It will help decide what is a reasonable price to pay and take into account any repairs needed. It will also highlight if further advice is needed before committing to your purchase. Here at John German, we are qualified to carry out a number of surveys and formal valuations to help you decide what to do next.
A RICS Condition Report is a good option if you are buying a conventional house, flat or bungalow from common building materials and in a reasonable condition. It focuses purely on the condition of the property and sets out ‘traffic light’ ratings of the condition of various parts of the building, services, garage and outbuildings showing problems that require varying degrees of attention.
The report also sets out a summary of the risks to the condition of the building and other matters including guarantees, planning and building control issues for your legal advisers.
A RICS Condition Report does not include a valuation.
A RICS HomeBuyers Report is an extensive report which includes all of the features in the RICS Condition Report along with:
We are qualified to provide formal and private valuations, depending on your requirements
Property valuations we can help with:
In short no. Home-owners are often confused about their lender’s valuation, many still believe the lender’s valuation is a survey and is being done for their benefit.
Independent research found that on average home buyers spent £5,750 on unforeseen repairs when they moved into their new home. The vast majority will have relied on the lender’s valuation only.
Check out the RICS guide to choosing the right survey. Alternatively, get in touch with us for more advice.
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Adam Sentance has worked within the Financial Services industry since 2001, having most recently worked hand in hand with estate agents ensuring both sellers and purchasers get the best independent mortgage advice and guidance from the initial meeting through to completion.
Adam comments “Recommending a mortgage is a very personal service, every mortgage provider looks at a scenario in a completely different way, the art is matching the right client to the right provider with the right mortgage.”
Performance Director
Back in 1984, Aidan joined John German Estate Agents as a fledgling young trainee, worked his way up to become a qualified Surveyor and Partner at the firm. After 20 years at John German, Aidan went on to establish his own award-winning residential practice, specialising in Sales & Lettings and Student Lettings, selling the business in 2015.
Since then Aidan has returned to John German as the firm’s Performance Director, lending his expertise and industry know how to train and develop staff on delivering the very best customer experience.
Furthermore, Aidan is Chair of the Working group for The Junior Estate Agent Trailblazer Apprenticeship, he has been a member of the NAEA (National Association of Estate Agents) since 1989, having served on the Propertymark (NFOPP Main Board) for five years (2011-2016) and elected to The College of Fellows in 2017. He trains for NAEA and ARLA Propertymark on three of their courses “Market Appraisals and Valuation” as well as HMOs in the rental sector.
Lettings Consultant
amanda.sowter@johngerman.co.uk
Time at John German? Having been in the industry since the late 1990’s, including setting up the well-renowned Derby Lettings Agency, Sowter & Brown. I am pleased to be part of the John German team since the merger of both businesses in 2018.
Favourite part of your job? Every day is a new challenge. Keep calm and laugh a lot. In our office there is a good deal of laughter.
Top tip for tenant or landlord? Try not to leave problems to fester, whether you’re a tenant or a landlord communicate the problem at an early stage. As an agent I am always happy to help resolve any issues.
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