Common pitfalls for buyers from abroad

Last updated: 2026-07-26

Common mistakes for buyers coming from abroad: underestimating extra costs (SDLT, solicitor, survey), starting to build UK credit history too late, and misjudging how fast a “chain-free” transaction moves compared with one that’s part of a chain.

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