Buying guides

Comparing flats, checking areas and documents, and the main steps of a sale and purchase.

What is the difference between saleable area and gross floor area?

Saleable area is the area of a flat for the exclusive use of its occupier, and has a single definition. Gross floor area also includes a share of the common areas and has no single standard of measurement. Do not mix the two when comparing prices per square foot.

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How do you compare flats when buying? Separate budget, area and daily needs first

When comparing flats for sale, record the price, the area basis, the building's condition and your daily needs separately. Set a total outlay you can afford first, then check the flat and the transaction documents, so you do not decide on the asking price or the decoration alone.

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