August 5, 2026

Buying a home in the UK involves far more than agreeing a price and instructing a solicitor. Conveyancing searches sit at the heart of the process, and they are often the single biggest reason a purchase takes longer than buyers expect. Understanding how long searches take when buying a house, and what causes delays, helps […]

A cheeky offer on a house is an offer typically 10% to 20% below the asking price, made in the hope of securing a lower purchase price or starting negotiations. Whether it succeeds depends on the property’s value, market conditions, seller motivation, and the strength of the buyer’s position.