Buying

The purchase of property - as with any commodity - can be fraught with dangers for the unwary. The old legal maxim "let the buyer beware" is even more relevant in modern day transactions, as it was way back when consumer laws first came into being. The first logical and sensible steps prior to buying any property, should involve in-depth research to ensure that you have secured the services of reputable Professionals such as a qualified Solicitor and Certified Surveyor ... and an Estate Agent with extensive local-based knowledge.

With regard to financial aspects involving Taxation and Stamp Duty, please access the Direct Government and HM Revenue & Customs (UK) or Citizens Information and Just Landed (ROI) web sites. Here you will find up-to-date information about every aspect of buying and selling your property ... and the use of Estate Agents.

The current rates of Stamp Duty for example - from 1% to 4% (UK) and up to 9% (ROI) dependent on market valuation of property - adds to the financial burden. Given that a property may be valued at £250,000 - with 1% Stamp Duty - then additional costs for Estate Agents, Solicitors and Surveyors effectively multiplies that fourfold to a total fee outlay of £10,000. In the Republic of Ireland, Stamp Duty has been waived for first-time buyers and owner occupiers (20.06.2007). But how can buyers in the UK & Northern Ireland save money, yet still be assured of a high quality Estate Agency service?

At Gibson Estates, we have carried out extensive consumer, industry and legal research for over twelve months prior to releasing this NEW web site. In that time, we have travelled all over Ireland visiting Estate Agents' premises and getting direct feedback from clients. The result of all this endeavour, is that Gibson Estates have now developed our own unique range of packages and services, but more importantly we ensure that any client of ours, will be certain of their consumer and legal rights prior to entering negotiations ... with additional up-to-date material regarding Building, EC Energy Requirements, Legislation and Planning supplied to buyers and vendors in our official Client Packs. We are selective about the properties we wish to market, as this enables us to concentrate on provision of a very personalised and professional service for each and every client. In short, Gibson Estates provides the peace-of-mind and reassurance every client deserves ... and that's something money just can't buy!!! Thank You. email