3 Things to know when you buy an apartment
Afra Al Basti
Service charges, building rules and resale: three checks before you buy a flat.
Apartments are a great first step onto the property ladder, but they come with a few questions a house does not.
First, check the monthly service charges and what they cover. Second, read the building rules on pets, renovations and short-term letting. Third, think about resale: floor, view, parking and light all matter to the next buyer.
With those answers in hand, you can compare apartments fairly and buy with confidence.