by Howorth | Jan 26, 2026 | Articles
Buying a property is rarely just about whether it “looks nice” on a viewing. The real decision is whether the building is sound, whether any defects are manageable, and whether the purchase still stacks up once you factor in repair costs, disruption, and risk. A Level...
by Howorth | Jan 26, 2026 | Articles
In 2026, a home’s thermal performance is no longer a “nice-to-have” feature; it is a core component of market value. With energy costs remaining volatile and government targets for Net Zero homes becoming stricter, buyers need to understand the physical reality of a...
by Howorth | Jan 26, 2026 | Articles
Sometimes—but you shouldn’t rely on it, and it depends on how they are approached. Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, the Third Surveyor is appointed (selected) by the two surveyors when there are two surveyors acting—one for the building owner and one for the...
by Howorth | Jan 26, 2026 | Articles
Sometimes yes, sometimes no — it depends mainly on what your lease says about alterations and consent. The key point is this: Your freeholder doesn’t automatically have to consent just because you want to improve your home. But if your lease contains a fully qualified...
by Howorth | Jan 26, 2026 | Articles
Yes — in a technical/legal sense under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, dissenting does create a “dispute.” But it’s not usually a “legal dispute” in the way most people mean (lawyers, court, shouting, etc.). In party wall terms, “dispute” is a trigger word that simply...
