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You've spotted a crack in the wall. It wasn't there before, or at least you're sure you'd never noticed it. Then the back door starts catching on the frame, the...

You're halfway through planning a loft conversion in Balham or a rear extension in Bromley. The builder asks when works can start. Then the neighbour says, “You'll need a party...

You've got your mortgage offer. You scan the paperwork, spot a valuation fee, and assume that means someone's checked the place properly. That's where buyers get caught out. A lender's...

You're probably staring at the particulars for a place that looks fantastic on first viewing. High ceilings. Worn stone steps. Original sash windows. Maybe a Lewisham terrace with good proportions,...

Your offer's accepted. The estate agent is cheerful, the solicitor starts firing over forms and then someone says, “You'll need to get a survey done.” That's usually the moment the...