Straight answers about moving, selling and letting

No jargon and no filler — just what the rules actually say, how long things really take, and what the costs are made up of. Written by the team that arranges this work every day across South Wales.

EPCs

How long does an EPC last? — An EPC lasts ten years from the date it is lodged — but there are several situations where the one you have is no longer any use to you.
How to improve your EPC rating — Not every energy improvement moves an EPC score, and some of the cheapest changes move it more than the expensive ones. Here is what counts.
EPC rules for landlords — Letting a property below the minimum EPC standard risks a penalty. Here is the rule, the exemptions, and how to plan around it.

Conveyancing

How long does conveyancing take? — Most transactions take 10 to 16 weeks from offer to completion. The variation between them is almost never the solicitor's typing speed.
Conveyancing costs explained — A conveyancing quote is two different things added together: the firm's fee, and money they pay out on your behalf. Confusing them is how people get caught out.
What searches does a conveyancer do? — Searches are how you find out what you cannot see from a viewing. Here is what each one covers and which ones matter in South Wales.

Gas safety

Landlord gas safety certificate rules — Every appliance and flue in a rented property must be checked annually by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Here is exactly what that involves.

Buying & selling

First-time buyer guide for South Wales — The steps of a first purchase in the order they actually happen, with the South Wales specifics that generic national guides leave out.

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