Navigating your first purchase in areas like Balham or Streatham? Learn what to watch out for — and how to make your move with confidence.
- Skipping the Mortgage in Principle
- Underestimating Additional Costs (Stamp Duty, Legal Fees)
- Overbidding in Competitive Markets
- Ignoring Lease Terms (esp. in flats)
- Not Using a Local Agent
Reminder: Areas like Colliers Wood and Southfields offer better value for first-time buyers.