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Writing on moving home, minus the jargon.
Plain English pieces on UK conveyancing, Stamp Duty, leasehold and the bits between offer accepted and keys in hand. Written by The Home Panel and our regulated panel firms.
Sellers
How Long Does It Take to Sell a House, and How to Avoid the Delays
The real UK average time to sell, and how to avoid the delays that push it further out: title issues, indemnity insurance, and chains.
·9 min
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Sellers
Can You Sell A House With Japanese Knotweed?
Yes, you can sell a house with Japanese Knotweed in the UK, but you must disclose it and have a professional treatment plan in place. Here is how the legal and mortgage side works in 2026.
·8 min
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Sellers
What Is Gazundering?
Gazundering is when a buyer lowers their offer just before exchange of contracts, pressuring the seller to accept the cut or lose the sale. It is legal in England and Wales but avoidable.
·7 min
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Sellers
Selling: getting your side ready before you go on market
The documents your buyer's solicitor will ask for. Get them together before you list and you'll shave up to two weeks off your sale.
·5 min
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