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A technological leap forward
In 1997 Causses Cévennes Immobilier made the leap to information technology. Today our realtime updated website gets many visitors from all over the world.
Thanks to our fully computerized client database we can inform a great number of clients in no time about the new offers which match their specific wishes.
Our sales strategy
By using internet and information technology we can match our clients' wishes and our products much better. We avoid using advertisement techniques which mainly draw inquisitive and indecisive visitors who only cause to decrease the value of your property.
Because why should someone want to buy a house which is on sale everywhere and clearly isn't being sold? The inevitable result is a decrease of the sales price.
Free choice of notary
It is up to you to choose your own notary. He or she will be acting as your advisor. Causse Cévennes Immobilier works together with the notary you have chosen.
Thank you very much !
Thanks to you and the confidence you put in us, Causse Cévennes Immobilier is the undisputed leader in real–estate transactions in the 'High Cévennes'. Because of you our project has become a succes!
- Water rights
- Right of way
- Termites, asbestos and your own rights
- Damage by moisture
1) Water rights
Some properties get their drinking water from a private well. In that case we advise you to locate the well and the water pipes and to find out where the water is being drawn off. If the well is located on somebody else's territory (often the territory that remains the property of the seller), you should be sure that in the conveyance the water right is being related to the right of ownership. Usually this is called a servitude.
In the contract should not only be mentioned how much water can be drawn off but also the right to set up installations, such as a storage tank and pipes and cables, as well as the right of way for maintenance of the installations.
2) Right of way
Quite a big number of houses and territories can only be reached by taking a road which crosses someone else's territory. In that case you should check if the right of way is put down in writing and signed by the owners of the parcel.
A private contract will do but the best guarantee is a notarial act. If their is any doubt about the precise location of the road, then we advise you to consult a land surveyor.
3) Termites, asbestos and your own rights
As far as we know, termites have never been found in the Cevennes. However, the buyer does not have any guarantees for properties which are older than ten years or for which extensive maintenance didn't take place during the last ten years. When you buy a house, you accept the current condition, after you had the possibility to view the house and to inspect it with the help of a constructional engineer to see if there are any defects.
Asbestos search is legally required before the conveyance takes place, if the property is built before July 1997.
If afterwards it becomes clear that the seller or the intermediary has deliberately failed to tell you about certain defects, there is a legal possibility to recover the loss from the wrongdoer.
In case of houses in communal property the contract should mention the exact surface of the accomodation (Carrez Law). If the surface mentioned is incorrect, the buyer will have the possibility to demand a reasonable price reduction up to a year after the contract was signed.
4) Damage by moisture
Moisture increases the process of decomposition of buildings and can be dangerous for the health of the users. Rain is the main cause of damage by moisture by way of the following:
– Vertical walls: porous brickwork and joints, cracks in walls
– Roof or terrace: defects in links, crumbling–away of overhanging parts, shields which are too old
– Bad or blocked roof–gutters, waste pipes and drains
Other causes of damage by moisture:
– Groundwater which gets into a building as a result of leakage or capillarity
– Condensation on the outer walls in case there are big differences in temperature inside and outside the building.
The following symptoms can also be an indication of damage by moisture:
– efflorescence
– flaking paint and whitewash
– black and grey spots on walls and ceilings
– vertical traces
– wallpaper which isn't fixed to the wall anymore
– a mouldy smell in the house
In all these cases moisture will damage the building and decrease isolation. This isn't only uncomfortable but also very expensive because the costs for heating will increase. Moisture in your house can also lead to mildew and mites. And it's harmful for the health of the residents.
If any of the symptoms mentioned above seem to occur in your house, Causses Cévennes Immobilier advises you to consult a construction expert.Your expert will help you solve the problems.
The property market is developing every day. How much is your property worth? That's the question that arises in cases of selling and buying, donations, legacies, divorce, declaration of property taxes and when one takes out a mortgage or house insurance.
There are different ways to determine how much your property is worth. Most widely known is the method of comparison.
Causses Cévennes Immobilier has an extensive knowledge of relevant constructional engineering and economical, legal and fiscal aspects, and also lots of references. Therefore we are able to give you a trustworthy advice concerning the valuation of houses in the region of the 'Cevennes', 'Causses' and 'Gorges du Tarn'.
The commercial value of an object is the same as the price at the moment the property is surveyed, and for which a right of ownership can be sold in amicable agreement and in fairness. The following criteria are applicable:
– The transaction takes place by the free will of both buyer and seller
– There is a reasonable negotiation period, depending on the type of property and the situation at the market.
– The value remains stable during this period
– The property is offered without any restrictions, with adequate sales publicity and according to current market conditions.
– No personal situations play a part in the deal.
After the property has been viewed and the various documents have been studied, a valuation report will be made. The fee depends on the type of property but you will get a quotation beforehand. If Causses Cévennes Immobilier is the intermediary at the sale during the twelve months after the valuation, then the valuation costs will be deducted from the real estate agent's fee.
Based in Florac since 1987, CCI has acquired experience that you can today enjoy
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Clean and tidy
Be sure that your house is clean and tidy, not only on the inside but also on the outside. That's the best way to welcome a visitor and to give a good impression of your property. Don't forget: the first impression is crucial!
Fix small defects
Be sure that everything is fixed: dripping taps, clasping doors and windows, doorhandles which are loose, lights that don't work and broken windows. A client will not hesitate to use these small defects as an argument to lower the price.
Furniture and lights
If possible, keep the furniture in your house when it's on view. This will create a warm atmosphere. The potential client will also get an idea about the possibilities of interior and decoration. Lights which are put in the right places will even enhance this effect and inspire confidence. Don't forget: the client came to view the house!
The visit: an important moment
The visit is an important moment for the client. He or she often has taken lots of time to come and view your house. It's completely unnecessary to name all the benefits of your house. We advice you to stay at the background and only answer when the client asks you something. Be sure pets are kept far away, turn off the radio and tv and give the client the possibility to form an opinion about the house. He or she must feel free to say whatever they want. This will give our co–worker the possibility to understand the client's wishes.
The essence counts
The decision to buy a house doesn't depend on small details but is the result of close consideration with the client and our co–worker. That means that it is of no use to offer your furniture or to negotiate about the price as long as it isn't clear whether or not the client is interested in your house. Our co–worker will be able to translate the client's wishes and – if needed – help you arrange the practical aspects