RICS Valuations Advice

Our RICS Valuation Advice page is designed to help you understand the key aspects of property valuations. Explore our articles to learn how valuations are carried out, what factors can influence the outcome, and discover practical tips to support informed decisions when buying, selling, or refinancing your home.
process of selling a house

The Process of Selling a House in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide

Selling a house in England or Wales involves a number of different steps, from preparing the property for the market through to exchanging contracts and completing the sale. Each stage

RICS Red Book

Complete Guide to RICS Valuations

Table of Contents Trust me, I’m a RICS Registered Valuer! Hi, I’m Chris Bloor, founder of CJ Bloor Property Consultants. With over 20 years in the property industry, I’ve progressed

how to prepare for a house valuation

How to Prepare for a Home Valuation

A home valuation is an important step in the process of selling your property, going through a divorce, paying off a Help to Buy government loan, and more. It can

how much does probate cost

How Much Does Probate Cost?

When a loved one passes away, it can feel quite overwhelming when you’re forced to deal with legal and financial matters concerning their estate. Managing the process of probate can

what is comparable evidence

What is Comparable Evidence?

Comparable evidence is used to calculate and estimate valuations for properties that are due to go on the market. If you are a homeowner, and you want to sell your

ins and outs of rics valuations

The Ins and Outs of RICS Valuations

Property valuations provide buyers and sellers with an accurate estimate of the value of properties. If you are selling your home, there are two main options to choose from in

when to arrange a property valuation

When to Arrange a Property Valuation

Property valuations provide an insight into the value of houses and apartments. Whether you are buying or selling, you may benefit from arranging a property valuation. There are two main

How to Estimate Property Value: Tips for Buyers

How to Estimate Property Value: Tips for Buyers

For the vast majority of people, buying a house marks the most significant and expensive investment they will make in their lives. If you are hoping to buy, it’s understandable