by Howorth | Feb 3, 2026 | Articles
When valuing a house, a surveyor is trying to answer one main question: what would a typical, well-informed buyer realistically pay for this property on the valuation date, given its features, condition, and local market evidence? To reach that figure, the surveyor...
by Howorth | Feb 3, 2026 | Articles
A property valuation for tax purposes is a professional assessment of a property’s value prepared to support a specific tax calculation or reporting requirement. The key difference from a “normal” market valuation is that the value often needs to be: tied to a...
by Howorth | Feb 3, 2026 | Articles
When a property forms part of an estate, Inheritance Tax (IHT) reporting often depends on one key figure: the property’s value at the date of death. Getting that number right matters—not just for tax, but for fairness between beneficiaries, smooth administration, and...
by Howorth | Feb 3, 2026 | Articles
When you need a valuation that can be relied upon by third parties—such as solicitors, accountants, lenders, trustees, HMRC, or the courts—clarity and consistency matter. That’s why we provide RICS “Red Book” valuations, prepared in line with the RICS Valuation –...
by Howorth | Feb 3, 2026 | Articles
You might need a property valuation whenever a decision, agreement, or legal process depends on knowing what your home is worth at a specific date. Sometimes that’s obvious—like selling or buying—but many valuations are needed for less visible reasons, such as...
