Case studies

Some deals fell through. Some didn't have to.

Real transactions. Anonymised.

The case files

Case files

Live scan

3 averted3 realised

The evidence

The ones that went right, and the ones that didn't.

RealisedCASE 01

The Hidden Enforcement Notice

A buyer purchased a recently refurbished Victorian terrace with an extension that presented well at viewing.

Scan finding

During conveyancing, the buyer's solicitor discovered an enforcement notice relating to unauthorised works on the extension.

Found too late

Open case file

RealisedCASE 02

Mortgage Refusal Due to Building Type

A first-time buyer agreed to purchase a flat above a busy town-centre restaurant at an attractive price.

Scan finding

The lender raised concerns about the mixed-use building, fire risk, and its reduced appetite for lending on properties of this type.

Found too late

Open case file

RealisedCASE 03

Approved Development Discovered Too Late

A family agreed to buy a semi-detached home on a quiet residential street.

Scan finding

Late in the legal process, the buyer discovered approved planning permission for a sizeable development nearby.

Found too late

Open case file

AvertedCASE 04

Seller Avoids a Fall-Through

A seller ordered a Property Intelligence Report before listing their home.

Scan finding

The report identified a historic planning compliance issue and the property's proximity to a proposed development site.

Caught in time

Open case file

AvertedCASE 05

Buyer Walks Away Early

A buyer used PropM8 before instructing solicitors on a property they were considering.

Scan finding

The report identified flood risk, restrictive covenants limiting alterations, and limited lender appetite for the property type.

Caught in time

Open case file

AvertedCASE 06

Access Issue Resolved Early

A buyer agreed to purchase a detached home accessed via a private road.

Scan finding

The access road was privately maintained and not an adopted public highway.

Caught in time

Open case file

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