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Japanese Knotweed Stopped My House Sale. Why Was It Not a Problem When I Bought?
Japanese knotweed may remain unnoticed for years and only become a serious problem when a homeowner tries to sell. A buyer’s surveyor identifies growth on the property or neighbouring land, the buyer’s mortgage lender asks for further evidence and the transaction suddenly stalls. For the homeowner, the obvious question is: if the property was acceptable…
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No Japanese Knotweed, Said the Seller. The Garden Told a Different Story
A negative answer about Japanese knotweed led to damages and substantial legal costs. What should be checked when the plant emerges after completion?