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Property Valuation

A property valuation is a professional assessment of a property’s market value, taking into account factors such as location, size, condition, and recent sales of similar properties. Conducted by a qualified RICS-registered Surveyor, it’s used for purposes, such as buying, selling, securing mortgages, determining taxation liabilities, and setting appropriate insurance coverage. 
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Help to Buy / Right to Buy Valuation

A Help to Buy valuation is a professional assessment required when selling, remortgaging, or repaying a government-backed Help to Buy loan. Conducted by a RICS-registered surveyor, it determines the property’s market value, ensuring the correct amount is paid for the loan repayment or sale. The valuation considers property condition, location, and recent sales.
Leasehold Extension Valuation

Lease Extension Valuation

A Leaseholder Extension Valuation determines the cost to extend the lease on a property. Conducted by a qualified surveyor, it considers factors like lease length, property value, ground rent, and local market conditions to calculate the premium a leaseholder must pay to extend their lease, usually by 90 years, ensuring a fair agreement for both parties.

Booking A Home Property Valuation? Discover the Right Valuation Type For You

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Desktop Valuation

A desktop or remote valuation refers to an inspection that is conducted using information accessible via online platforms and does not require the surveyor to physically attend the property at any stage

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External & Internal Inspection Valuation

This valuation is where a surveyor assesses the outside and inside of a building to determine its market value commonly used for mortgage lending, sales, probate, and insurance purposes.

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Retrospective Valuation

A valuation of the property at a date that pre-dates the Surveyor’s inspection. This type of property valuation will give you an accurate price at the specified date in time.

Probate & Inheritance Tax Valuation

To determine how much tax is payable, the market value of property on the date of death needs to be established. This helps calculate the total value of the estate. This is known as an Inheritance tax valuation or valuation for probate.

Inheritance Tax Valuation

Matrimonial Valuation

A Matrimonial Valuation is an assessment of a property’s market value, typically conducted during divorce or separation proceedings. The valuation is used to determine the fair division of assets between spouses. It ensures that both parties receive an equitable share of the property’s worth, whether the property is being sold or one spouse is buying out the other’s share.

Capital Gains Tax Valuation

A Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Valuation is an assessment of a property’s market value used to calculate the potential capital gains tax liability when the property is sold. This valuation is required when a property has increased in value since it was purchased, and the owner is selling or transferring ownership.

Insurance Reinstatement Valuation

An insurance reinstatement valuation estimates the cost to rebuild a property to its original condition in case of total loss or damage. It considers construction costs, materials, and labor, ensuring adequate insurance coverage to fully restore the property. This valuation is conducted by a professional surveyor.

Get a Clearer Understanding of Your Property with a Watsons Valuation

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*Please note that our valuation services may vary by location, and not all services are available in every area of the country. To find out more and to book the right service for you, get in touch with us today.

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