Property Searches Direct was born out of frustration. The process of buying and selling property in England and Wales often leaves much to be desired. We created this company to make a real difference. Our mission is to ensure the moving process is more transparent, friendly, and collaborative.
Understanding the Challenges
Why is this process so frustrating? The answer lies in the numerous silos involved in property transactions. These entities often fail to communicate effectively and resist change. This national obsession with property has resulted in an outdated system that still feels feudal.
True, we've seen some modernisation, such as electronic identification and online mapping of titles. However, the reality is disheartening. Transactions frequently take over 15 weeks to complete. Alarmingly, approximately one-third of transactions fail—this means home movers face significant losses due to wasted fees, surveys, and estate agents losing commissions.
The Solution We Offer
So, what can be done to improve this situation? We believe that gathering information at the start of a transaction is crucial. When buyers and sellers have the necessary information, they can make better decisions. Relying entirely on property professionals to manage this is a recipe for issues, in our view.
At Property Searches Direct, our search reports are shared simultaneously with home movers and their conveyancers. This approach promotes transparency and allows our team to answer any questions that arise.
The Importance of Upfront Information
We’ve made our Hazard Checker publicly available. With a simple postcode search, users can find out what issues may affect the enjoyment of a neighbourhood. This information is the same data that conveyancers access when placing search orders themselves, thus offering valuable insights into each postcode area for home buyers and sellers.
This approach empowers home buyers to assess whether they want to proceed with a property. Many buyers have reported that our searches revealed essential information that led them to search for something more suitable. Why wait until the end of a transaction to uncover these details?
Pulling out of a transaction is unpleasant for everyone involved. Having access to data upfront reduces stress and saves time for all parties.
A Call to Action for Home Movers and Professionals
Whether you're buying or selling a property, or you're a property professional, we encourage you to rethink the traditional process. Explore a more efficient way to handle transactions. Together, we can drive change in the property market and enhance the buying and selling experience.
Join the Information Revolution
Why not engage with the information revolution? By obtaining and sharing information early on, we can help speed up transaction times.
We invite you to get in touch with us today at Property Searches Direct or call us at 0333 090 9187 to discuss your requirements.
Embracing this new approach will transform the way property is bought and sold. Let’s work together to create a better future for home movers.
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