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My Guide To Finding The Best Auction House In The UK [Based On The Real Data]

Roughly 2.3% of properties that sell in the UK are sold via auction. But with so many auction houses to choose from, it can be difficult to know which to pick. So, who is the best property auction house?

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QUIZ: Should You Sell Your Home By Auction?

Get free, instant help making an informed auction decision:

Don't settle for a slow and frustrating sale...
Just 2 minutes to determine if auction's right for you...
And receive my free, personalised guidance on your sale.
(Including free introductions to leading auction houses I know and trust)

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How To Auction A House: Your 15-Step Guide To Success [2023]

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17 Benefits Of Selling Your House By Auction (What CUSTOMERS Say)

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Modern Method of Auction: A Step-By-Step Guide To Success

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Inheritance

Our guides bring together everything you need to know in order to sell an inherited property.

Selling An Inherited Property

The Ultimate Guide To Selling An Inherited Property [2023]

Having to navigate how to sell an inherited property whilst dealing with the loss of a loved one can be extremely difficult. It can feel as though you’re expected to become a tax expert, probate solicitor and conveyancer overnight. It’s at times like these when having a friend who’s a property expert would come in handy. This is where I come in…

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QUIZ: Discover the Best Way to Sell Your Inherited Home

Take our free quiz for personalised advice on the best way to sell your inherited home.

Discover the ideal way for you to sell...
Receive a free action plan tailored to you...
BONUS: Learn to avoid common mistakes + save £1,000s...

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The 5 Initial Costs To Consider When You Inherit a Property

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Introduction to Inheritance Tax: How Much Is It, Tax-Free Thresholds, And More

How Do I Transfer Ownership of an Inherited Property?

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Subsidence

Thousands of readers with subsidence problems visit us every week for help and guidance. Check out our free tools and resources.

Complete guide to subsidence

Subsidence: The Homeowner's Guide (Signs, Causes, Fixes, Insurance + More)

Subsidence is a structural problem caused by the foundations of a house sinking into the subsoil. This can be caused by water leaks, drought, tree roots, mining and other causes. This can cause cracks in the walls, put doors and windows out of alignment, and ultimately compromise the structural integrity of the building. But what can be done about it? Does subsidence make a home completely unsellable, or are there still ways of selling a home with subsidence? Learn that - and more - in this article.

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QUIZ: Struggling with Subsidence? You Can Still Sell Your House...

Take this free quiz for personalised advice on the smartest way to sell your house with subsidence.

Avoid the biggest mistakes subsidence sellers make...
Don't settle for a slow and frustrating sale.
Find out how to maximise your sale price, and minimise headaches.

Case Study: Selling a House With Subsidence By Auction (GREAT Result)

Can You Sell a House with Subsidence? [My 7 Top Tips]

Top 12 Subsidence FAQs Answered (Can You Prevent It, Signs, Claims etc)

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House Chain Repair

Unfortunately more than 30% of home sales fall through. Here are some useful guides if you're in that situation right now.

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Can buyers pull out after agreeing a house purchase?

Can a Buyer Pull Out of a House Purchase? [Details & Options]

As many as one in three home purchases fall through for one reason or another. While this can be very frustrating, there is nothing you can do about it if contracts have not been exchanged.In England and Wales, an offer to purchase a property is not legally binding. This means the buyer or seller can change their mind and pull out at any time before contracts are exchanged without penalty. This can happen weeks, or even months, into the process, and can leave both parties significantly out of pocket.

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QUIZ: Is a Cash House Buyer right for you?

The home buying company I know and trust can give you:

A free, no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours...
... and buy your house in as little as 7 days.

But are they right for you? Find out in the next 2 minutes.

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Case Study: Repairing Chain FAST With House Buying Company

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What Percentage of House Sales Fall Through? [2022 Survey]

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Do Estate Agents Have To Tell You Why A Sale Fell Through? (Consumer Protections + More)

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Sell Your House Fast

Selling your house is difficult, and takes a long time. These are tools and resources for homeowners who want to explore ways to achieve a faster house sale.

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Buy My House

“Buy My House” Companies: The 5 Pros & Cons (Honest Advice)

Selling your house always ranks as one of the most stressful life events we go through. Unfortunately, it takes a long time too... The average house sale takes 25 weeks according to Zoopla. (And that’s just the average, so half take even longer!)But there is a faster way: You can use a “Buy My House” company. This guide covers what are they, how they work, and what the catch is.

What's the fastest way to sell a house?

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This Is Still The Fastest Way To Sell Your House [2024 Update]

Selling your home directly to a reputable, well-funded "cash house buying company" is the fastest way to sell your house. Most of these companies will make you a formal offer within 24 hours, and will be able to complete the purchase within as little as 2-3 weeks.

2-minute quiz

QUIZ: Is a Cash House Buyer right for you?

The home buying company I know and trust can give you:

A free, no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours...
... and buy your house in as little as 7 days.

But are they right for you? Find out in the next 2 minutes.

Portrait of happy senior couple selling home quickly and moving house. The Ultimate Guide to House Buying Companies.

House Buying Companies: The Ultimate Guide [My Honest Advice & Tips]

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How To Sell Your House Quickly (Easy 3-Step Plan To Sell in 30 Days)

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Cash House Buyers: The 11 Pros & Cons (My Honest Advice Before You Sell)

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Buying via property auction

We've got some of the most detailed and extensive content online about buying properties at auction.

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Buying at a property auction: Pros & Cons

Want To Buy At Auction? 12 Crucial Pros & Cons to Consider First

Buying a property at auction is completely different from buying a property through an estate agent. Auctions can be a great way to buy a property, but have some serious disadvantages too that you need to be aware of. I've seen buyers find huge success at auction, but I've seen a lot of people have a nightmare too.I wanted to put this guide together to help you figure out whether or not buying a property at auction is good idea for you.

New to auctions?

Learn the 3 Biggest Auction Mistakes that Buyers Keep On Making...

Discover the biggest mistakes auction newbies make
Learn how to avoid money pits and save £00,000s!
Prevent "auction regret"

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Should First Time Buyers Buy At Auctions? (My Advice)

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Buying Property At Auction: What Are The Risks? (FOUR main categories)

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