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Digital Property Logbooks - Why have one? Why not?

Nov 23, 20222 min read

Digital Property Logbooks - Why have one? Why not?

When you sell or buy property, there is just so much paperwork you need. It can be quite overwhelming and even worrying, scrabbling around..

Introducing the Envirosearch Residential Report

Daniel Hamilton-Charlton

Nov 14, 20222 min read

Introducing the Envirosearch Residential Report

A look at the Envirosearch Residential Environmental Report from Landmark. Giving you a look at the content, what is covered.

What environmental hazards are present at a property you want to buy?

Daniel Hamilton-Charlton

Nov 9, 20223 min read

What environmental hazards are present at a property you want to buy?

An introduction to our Hazard Checker service on our website to help home buyers become more aware of environmental hazards

Drainage & Water Reports. What are they and why do you need one?

Daniel Hamilton-Charlton

Nov 6, 20223 min read

Drainage & Water Reports. What are they and why do you need one?

Follow us by subscribing on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@propertysearchesdirect Buy a report here: https://www.propertysearches...

What is the difference between a Regulated and Official Local Authority Search?

Daniel Hamilton-Charlton

Nov 5, 20224 min read

What is the difference between a Regulated and Official Local Authority Search?

A video to explain the differences between a Regulated and an Official Local Authority Search

Why and when to get involved with Searches and what can we do to help your next property purchase?

Daniel Hamilton-Charlton

Nov 2, 20226 min read

Why and when to get involved with Searches and what can we do to help your next property purchase?

Useful Links: Hazard Checker - https://www.propertysearchesdirect.co.uk/hazard-checker Environmental Reports -...

Mike Stainsby

Oct 26, 20222 min read

Knowledge is power!

Know the potential hazards at the start of a transaction. Don't wait weeks for your purchase to get derailed by information you can have now

How to avoid losing your shirt when buying a property with cash

Mike Stainsby

Sep 27, 20222 min read

How to avoid losing your shirt when buying a property with cash

Cash buyers should consider looking a little closer at their investment before taking the plunge.

When did your conveyancing practice last have an MOT?

Mike Stainsby

Jun 29, 20223 min read

When did your conveyancing practice last have an MOT?

Running a successful conveyancing practice is tough and is getting harder to get right. If you are struggling to find a balance ...

Why do home buyers expect things to be quicker?

Mike Stainsby

Jun 7, 20222 min read

Why do home buyers expect things to be quicker?

How to take charge of your house purchase and be more informed earlier in the transaction.

ITV drama was right – badly done ID/AML is an open door to scams.

Daniel Hamilton-Charlton

Apr 1, 20221 min read

ITV drama was right – badly done ID/AML is an open door to scams.

The recent thought-provoking ITV drama ‘Our House’ starring Martin Compston and Tuppence Middleton highlighted the nightmare scenario of...

Nurturing v's Annoying - the subtle difference between the two.

Mike Stainsby

Mar 17, 20222 min read

Nurturing v's Annoying - the subtle difference between the two.

It doesn't really matter what industry you are in, drumming up new business is the lifeblood of your survival. For most 'cold calling',...

Keep up to date with your own properties values and recent market value trends for FREE!

Daniel Hamilton-Charlton

Feb 24, 20221 min read

Keep up to date with your own properties values and recent market value trends for FREE!

PSD Customer Support

Dec 25, 20211 min read

Merry Christmas 2021

Mike Stainsby

Nov 29, 20212 min read

One source of truth, how refreshing!

We remain hopeful that Property Logbooks are adopted by Estate Agents and conveyancers...

Daniel Hamilton-Charlton

Oct 30, 20213 min read

Property Logbooks are here!

Why a digital Property Logbook will significantly change the way in which properties are managed and sold in England and Wales.

Mike Stainsby

Oct 13, 20213 min read

Why so resistant to change?

We believe fundamentally that Estate Agents have the power to dictate that the process be tightened up by making sure that Seller know...

Reality Check - Why we do what we do for home movers.

Daniel Hamilton-Charlton

Aug 29, 20212 min read

Reality Check - Why we do what we do for home movers.

Reality Check - Why we do what we do for home movers. Did you know that it takes a conveyancer, on average, 6.5 weeks to order the searches?

BREAKING NEWS! Organised Crime is taking place, NOT just in the Capital.

Mike Stainsby

Jul 30, 20212 min read

BREAKING NEWS! Organised Crime is taking place, NOT just in the Capital.

A Tongue in Cheek retort to an article seen today in the agency press about criminal activity and anti-money laundering. This is not news.

Estate Agents and breaking habits to deliver different results

Daniel Hamilton-Charlton

Jul 22, 20214 min read

Estate Agents and breaking habits to deliver different results

Why and how should Estate Agents adopt change to keep up with market requirements