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EXPERT ADVICE
     E XPERT ADVICE
                                                                                                      SCOTLAND’S PREMIER REMOVAL
                                                                                                             AND STORAGE SERVICE
                               Chain reaction


               Natasha Collie, New Business Manager at MOV8, provides a
                       buyers’ guide to surviving property chains.


          o, you’ve found your dream home, but   and any other necessary documents. Being
          now you’re caught in a property chain   prepared means you won’t be the weakest link
      Sthat  feels  like  a  never-ending  game  of   in the chain.
       Monopoly. Don’t panic! Here are our handy tips
       for navigating this real estate rollercoaster.  Keep  your  finger  on  the  (property)  pulse.  If
                                            the  seller of your dream  home loses  their
       First things first, communication is key. Keep   onward purchase, suggest short-term renting.
       in touch with your estate agent and solicitor.   And if you’re really smitten with the property,
       They’re your lifeline in this process, so don’t be   consider offering to cover a few months’ rent
       shy about asking for updates. A quick check-in   as a sweetener. It’s a small price to pay for
       every week can keep things moving and your   keeping your perfect pad and could be the key
       sanity intact.                       to unlocking the chain.

       Next, get your ducks in a row. Ensure all your   Flexibility is your new best friend. If possible, be
       paperwork is sorted and ready to go. This   open to temporary accommodation or a later
       includes mortgage agreements, surveys,   move-in date. This can ease pressure on other
                                            parties and keep things flowing smoothly.

                                            Got some cash to spare? Consider bridging
                                            finance. It’s a short-term loan that can help you         THE ART OF BEING LOCAL, NATIONWIDE
                                            complete your  purchase before your  current
                                            property sells. Just remember, it comes with           With more than 100 years’ experience, we are one of the country’s leading
                                            higher interest rates, so weigh your options     companies in household removals and storage. Whether you are moving locally, nationally,
                                            carefully.                                          internationally or even need to store your treasured possessions, our team of experts
                                                                                                       will ensure that you can sit back while we take care of everything.
                                            If things are moving slower than a Monday
                                            morning  meeting, don’t be afraid to set  a
                                            deadline. A gentle nudge can motivate other
                                            parties to get their act together.                                   For a free moving survey and advice contact:
                                                                                                            JOHN DUNCAN REMOVALS - EDINBURGH
                                            Lastly, keep your cool. Property chains can be                            0131 654 1200
                                            stressful, but remember, good things come to                              ESPC@dbonner.co.uk
                                            those who wait (and strategise). Stay positive,
                                            stay proactive, and before you know it, you’ll be              DOREE BONNER INTERNATIONAL - GLASGOW
                                            turning the key in your new front door.                                   0141 339 6000
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                          For more from MOV8, visit mov8.com or call 0131 253 2982.
                                                                                                         JOHN DUNCAN REMOVALS ARE PART OF THE DOREE BONNER INTERNATIONAL GROUP
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