Right Survey Types for 2026 Buyers: Choosing RICS Level 3, Party Wall, or Valuation Services Pre-Purchase
} A net balance of -26% of surveyors reported a sharp decline in buyer enquiries in February 2026 — the steepest single-month drop since mid-2023 [5]. For buyers still active in this cautious market, that statistic is not a reason to pause. It is a reason to survey smarter. Understanding the right survey types for […]
Expert Witness Roles in Service Charge Disputes: RICS Standards for 2026 Leasehold Block Valuations
Service charge disputes now account for a significant proportion of all residential leasehold cases reaching the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) in England — and the stakes have never been higher. With the Service Charge Residential Management Code (4th Edition) taking effect on 7 April 2026 [2], and RICS actively revising its expert witness professional statement […]
Building Survey Protocols for 1960s Post-War Properties: Asbestos and RAAC Risks in 2026 Transactions
Over 4 million UK homes were built between 1945 and 1970 — and a significant proportion of them are now changing hands in a market where buyers are more cautious, lenders are more demanding, and the regulatory environment around hazardous materials has never been more scrutinised. For anyone involved in buying, selling, or financing these […]
