Reduce Abortive Work In Property Transactions

Supporting Certainty in Property Transactions

A RICS Home Survey provides an independent assessment of a property’s physical condition. When commissioned early, it helps identify potential issues before legal work is significantly progressed, reducing the likelihood of late-stage surprises that can disrupt a transaction.

Managing Information Early

A RICS Home Survey highlights defects or areas that may require further investigation. Commissioning it early allows:

  • potential condition issues to be identified before legal work is advanced

  • practical matters to be addressed on-site where possible

  • smoother progression toward exchange with fewer last-minute amendments

The objective is to improve the timing and clarity of information that commonly affects transaction progression.

Conveyancer's Perspectives

Earlier access to the information of a property's condition supports more stable transactions, with benefits varying depending on the client.

Conveyancer Acting for Seller Clients

  • Reduced abortive work: Fewer last-minute issues to address once contracts are drafted

  • Smoother file progression: Legal work can continue without unexpected delays from late-emerging property issues

  • Clearer client guidance: Easier to advise sellers proactively on likely transaction challenges

Conveyancer Acting for Buyer Clients

  • Prepared for findings and negotiations: Early property insight allows better planning for enquiries and potential renegotiations

  • Focused legal enquiries: Knowing specific defects enables targeted advice and reduces unnecessary follow-up

  • Reduced reactive workload: Less urgent problem-solving under pressure once contracts are drafted

  • On-site clarification support: Practical issues can be explained and addressed where possible, supporting decision-making

Supporting Transaction Progression

Earlier visibility of property issues reduces last-minute disruption once legal work is underway. For conveyancers, the shared objective remains: fewer surprises, fewer delays, and clearer decision-making regarding the property.

Why Choose to Refer Clients to Us

We work collaboratively with conveyancers and clients to reduce delays caused by property issues. Our approach focuses on:

  • identifying common issues that could cause disruption

  • explaining findings clearly and proportionately

  • addressing practical concerns on-site where possible

  • helping clients understand which matters are likely significant and which are manageable

This approach supports informed decision-making and smoother progression without creating unnecessary obstacles.

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Referral Arrangements

Where appropriate, we are happy to discuss referral arrangements. We are equally open to informal collaboration without referral fees, depending on what best suits your practice and clients.

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