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Selling or buying on the Wirral when there is knotweed

The questions to ask, what lenders want to see, and how to keep a sale on track.

Selling or buying on the Wirral when there is knotweed

A valuation or survey that mentions knotweed does not have to end a sale. It does mean you want the paperwork in hand before exchange.

If you are buying

Ask the seller for the management plan, the treatment records and any guarantee, and check that the guarantee passes to you.

If there is no plan

A survey establishes the extent of the stand, and a treatment programme can then be arranged so the lender has what it needs.

Quick answers

Can I negotiate the price down?

Many buyers do, based on the treatment cost set out in the survey.

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