Buying a property is the single largest investment many people will make in their lives. That’s why it is so important to have a home survey carried out, to ensure your purchase decision is the right one, and at the right price. Your chosen property may look perfect on the outside but how do you know there are no issues that may end up costing you dearly in the long term?
At Andrew Goodwin & Associates, we carry out RICS HomeBuyer Reports (Level 2) across Swindon and Oxford that can add real value. Introduced by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) as a mid-range Level 2 survey report, the RICS HomeBuyer Report is designed for conventionally built properties that are of uniform types of construction, including modern properties, and that are in a reasonable state of repair.
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What does a RICS HomeBuyer Report include?
The RICS HomeBuyer Report is situated between the RICS Condition Report (Level 1 survey report) and the detailed Level 3 RICS Building Survey. A RICS HomeBuyer report includes:
- An overview of the general condition of the property including recommendations for repair where needed
- Clear and concise condition ratings for different parts of the building including outbuildings and services, using an easy-to-understand traffic light system
- Assessment of damp proofing, insulation and drainage
- Condition of timbers and checking for visible signs of woodworm and rot
- Background information about the property including specific risks pertaining to its location and environment
- Details of any urgent problems that should receive special attention before contracts are signed
- Reinstatement and rebuilding costs for insurance purposes
- Current market valuation of the property (optional)
The home survey report is based on a non-invasive property inspection. This means that our surveyors won’t be able to look behind furniture, lift up floor coverings, drill holes or carry out any other intrusive investigations.
The RICS HomeBuyer Report is written in accessible and jargon-free English, making it a valuable and user-friendly document.
Why do you need a RICS HomeBuyer Report?
If you are considering the purchase of a residential property, there are many benefits of commissioning a home survey. At Andrew Goodwin & Associates, our RICS HomeBuyer Reports are fully illustrated with colour photography to enable you to:
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- Make an informed decision on whether/how to proceed with your purchase
- Use the report findings as a negotiating tool to arrive at a reduced purchase price
- Identify, remedy or budget for any urgent repairs that need to be carried out
- Consider what other advice needs to be taken before contracts are exchanged
- Have the peace of mind that comes from knowing all relevant information about the property
Why choose Andrew Goodwin & Associates
As an independent firm of Chartered Surveyors with a dynamic outlook, the professional team at Andrew Goodwin & Associates have over 60 years post qualification experience to bring to the table. We are expert providers of property advice and assistance with a simple aim: to help our clients and prospective purchasers make reasoned and informed decisions about the property they are looking to buy.
As RICS members, we take great care in the quality and content of the home surveys we prepare for our clients. We will always discuss the RICS HomeBuyer Report findings with you, offering practical recommendations on the decisions and actions you should take before contracts are exchanged.
If you have found a property you wish to buy in and around Swindon, Oxford or elsewhere in Oxfordshire, we would love to help you get there while identifying any important areas of repair and maintenance that you may not be aware of.
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For friendly specialist advice regarding any property matter, or to discuss your requirements for a RICS HomeBuyer Survey, please contact Andrew Goodwin & Associates on 01367 244185 or andrew@ag-surveyors.co.uk. We look forward to being of service.