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Ask Rob

Bring Rob into this deal for an expert review, commercial judgement and coaching.

✦ Get Rob's View
Reading the deal file, appraisal, vendor position and evidence set.
CURRENT POSITION
Active and in negotiation, strong vendor pressure reported. High opportunity score, but a major location conflict sits in the file.
COMMERCIAL JUDGEMENT
A conditional deal, not a clear buy. The distress could create a real discount, but the numbers are not yet dependable.
BIGGEST OPPORTUNITY
Use the repossession pressure and failed sales to push for a faster, deeper discount with certainty of completion.
BIGGEST RISK
The CH3 and SK1 location mismatch could invalidate the valuation, rent evidence and end value assumptions.
YOU
what should I offer
ROB
I'd open just under £209k, aim to land around £226k to £230k, and treat £238k as the hard ceiling. Only if the CH3 location is confirmed and the title and vacant possession check out. If the vendor is genuinely under repossession pressure, lead with speed, proof of funds and a clean completion path.
YOU
give me my execution actions
ROB
  • 01Telephone the agent and formally offer £208,962.
  • 02Validate condition, EPC and refurbishment ready scope.
  • 03Get the redemption figure and arrears position in writing from the vendor's solicitor before you instruct a survey.
YOU
what about deferred payment terms?
ROB
Deferred terms are a real possibility given the vendor's circumstances. But don't lead with them. Open with a straight cash offer below market value, see what comes back, then bridge into a creative structure once you know what they actually need.
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