Service
Ground Reality Verification
First-hand verification of what is really happening at the property, for owners who currently rely on second-hand accounts.
From abroad, information arrives filtered — by relatives, caretakers, brokers or long habit. Verification replaces that with an accurate, dated account of what can be observed on the ground and what the accessible records show.
What the work includes
- Property condition, including maintenance concerns and signs of neglect
- Possession: who is actually in control of the property today
- Occupancy and tenant status, including the arrangement as described locally
- Visible boundaries, access and any apparent encroachment
- Current use of the property, and any unauthorized use or activity
- Neighbourhood information: pricing context, development, local conditions
- Retrieval of publicly accessible records where they are available
What you receive
- A written verification report with dated photographs and observations
- A clear statement of where the records and the ground position differ
- A view on what needs a qualified survey, valuation or legal review
Typically suited to
- Vacant property that may be occupied or encroached upon
- Owners who have been told the property is fine, without evidence
- Checks before committing to a sale, purchase or family settlement
Process
Where this sits in the engagement
Work usually begins with a confidential enquiry and a suitability call, followed by a paid situation assessment and a written resolution plan.
Start with a brief, confidential conversation
Tell us what you are dealing with. If we are not the right fit, we will say so and point you in a more useful direction.