For most of us, buying a property is the most significant investment we’ll ever make. But how can we know whether we’re getting a fair price, or judge whether a negotiation will be fruitful? Asking the right questions is key.
“Information is critical to be able assess price, ability to negotiate, timescales and whether there are any potential hidden reasons why you may not want —or be able — to buy that property,” says Camilla Dell, founder of buying agency Black Brick. “It’s a very British thing to not ask and be polite, but buying a property is one of the most expensive things a person buys in their lifetime.”
