The Property Questionnaire explained
The Property Questionnaire contains information for home buyers, solicitors and surveyors. It will include, for example, information about:
A property’s council tax band
Parking facilities
Factoring arrangements
Any local authority notices that affect the property
Details of alterations that have been made to the property
The purpose of the Property Questionnaire is to provide buyers with useful information in addition to the information received from the Single Survey and Engery Report. Like the rest of the Home Report, it provides information earlier in the process than the current system.
Who completes the Property Questionnaire?
The Property Questionnaire is commissioned by the seller and completed by the seller, probably with the assistance of their solicitor.
What if the information provided by the seller in the Property Questionnaire is incorrect?
A seller who makes a negligent or fraudulent misrepresentation could be liable to damages by a purchaser. Where agents are instructed to complete the questionnaire, they should be aware of the provisions of the Property Misdescriptions Act 1991, making it an offence in circumstances to make a false or misleading statement.
How can ESPC help with Home Reports?
As property experts, we know exactly what we are doing when it comes to Home Reports. When you instruct an ESPC solicitor estate agent to market your property for sale, they will also arrange your Home Report and ensure that you are fully compliant with the new legislation. ESPC, together with ESPC solicitor estate agents, we will make Home Reports simple.