How to move home when you're stuck in a slow chain

How to move home when you're stuck in a slow chain

One of the most stressful aspects of purchasing a property is the lack of control you have when you are part of a chain. And unless you’re a first-time buyer, it’s likely that any house purchase you make will involve being in one.

With the housing market experiencing the busiest start to the year since 2016, many are finding they can snap up new homes within a matter of weeks. However, there is a risk that with demand outpacing supply and affordability squeezing buying prospects – everything could slow considerably – increasing the risk of the entire chain of property transactions falling through.
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Source: Property Reporter


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