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"Doctor Drivel" wrote in message
reenews.net...

"Andrew Gabriel" wrote in message
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In article ews.net,
"Doctor Drivel" writes:
"Guy King" wrote in message
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It ensures that the buyer get a decent deal and the
services are all inspected.


It doesn't. That's why the banks/building societies have
told the government they won't accept the HCR.


The idea is sound and right - a house MOT. That is the point. When you buy
a house you know you are not going into a crock that is going to cost you
£1000s a few years down the line.


The American system does this perfectly well.
It is included as part of the sales contract and
effectively is the seller giving the buyer a
personal warrenty against undeclared faults.

It should be looked at again and implemented.



The problem with HCR is the requirement to get
one before marketing the property.

tim