You’re not wrong. There’s a hidden scam in the industry that costs buyers thousands—and most don’t even realise it until it’s too late.
🏠 Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Inflated fees: Hidden charges, overpriced searches, and “admin” costs that no one questions.
2️⃣ Pointless delays: Transactions that should take weeks drag on for months—conveniently adding extra costs along the way.
3️⃣ Useless surveys & reports: Buyers get standard property searches that look thorough but miss crucial risks, forcing costly repairs down the line.
4️⃣ Developers’ loopholes: Some new builds come with legal clauses that trap buyers into long-term costs they never agreed to.
🤯 The worst part? This is all legal. The system is set up to benefit those who profit from confusion and complexity.
🔥 So how do we fix it?
✔️ Demand transparency—ask for full breakdowns of fees and challenge anything that doesn’t make sense.
✔️ Choose independent professionals—not the ones recommended by developers or lenders with a vested interest.
✔️ Understand what’s missing in your searches—not all reports are equal, and some leave out critical risks.
💡 Have you ever felt scammed during a property purchase? Drop your experience in the comments—we need to talk about this! ⬇️