Buying property with Foxes

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We have only one goal: To help you find your dream home

Buying a home should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Whether it is your first step on the ladder or a move to more space, we are here to help across Bournemouth, Poole, Ferndown and the surrounding area.

We know these areas inside out, so we can match you to homes that genuinely fit your life, not just your search filters.

From your first enquiry, through to picking up the keys, you will be kept informed at every step, with honest answers and no jargon along the way.

A guide to buying property

Before you start viewing, it is worth being clear on your budget and speaking to a mortgage adviser about a mortgage in principle. This puts you in a stronger position once you find the right property, and shows sellers you are a serious, ready buyer. It also helps you avoid falling for a home that is ultimately out of reach, saving time and disappointment later. Our team can point you towards trusted local mortgage advisers to get this sorted early.

Once your finances are sorted, we will help you find properties that genuinely match what you're looking for, proximity to good schools, a shorter commute, or simply more space. We register your requirements and let you know as soon as something suitable comes up, often before it reaches the wider market. Viewings are arranged at times that suit you, with honest feedback to help you weigh up each property properly.

When you find the right home, we will help you put forward an offer that reflects both its market value and your circumstances, negotiating with the seller on your behalf. Once accepted, the property comes off the market and the legal process begins, you will need a solicitor or conveyancer to handle contracts, searches and the transfer of ownership, and we are happy to recommend trusted local firms if you don't have one in mind.

A survey gives you a clear picture of the property's condition before you commit, ranging from a basic valuation survey to a full structural survey depending on the property's age and type. While your solicitor handles searches and contracts, our sales progression team stays in regular contact with everyone in the chain, keeping things moving and catching potential issues early, rather than letting them cause delays further down the line.

Once contracts are exchanged, your purchase becomes legally binding and a completion date is set. On completion day, funds are transferred, keys are released, and the property is officially yours. We are with you right up to the moment you collect your keys, and just a phone call away if any questions come up long after you have moved in.

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Buying FAQs

1. How much deposit will I need?

This depends on the mortgage product and lender, but most residential mortgages require a minimum deposit of 5–10% of the purchase price. A mortgage adviser can talk you through what is realistic for your circumstances and how a larger deposit might affect the rates available to you.

2. How long does buying a home typically take?

It varies, but a straightforward purchase with no chain usually takes around 8–12 weeks from offer to completion. Longer chains, mortgage delays or survey issues can extend this, which is why staying in regular contact with everyone involved matters so much.

3. Do I need a survey?

While not legally required, a survey is strongly recommended for any purchase, particularly older homes. It highlights structural issues or necessary repairs before you commit, giving you the chance to renegotiate or walk away if something significant comes up.

4. What is a mortgage in principle, and do I need one?

It is an estimate from a lender of how much they would be willing to lend you, based on an initial assessment of your finances. It is not essential, but having one shows sellers you are a serious, ready buyer, which can strengthen your offer considerably.

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We have worked with many clients across Bournemouth, Poole, Ferndown and surrounding areas, and we'd love to help you on your property journey.

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Very happy with the team at foxes sales & lettings really can't praise them enough will be using them in the future.
Nigel Cox
Nigel Cox
26th Aug 2026
I chose this company as I found them to be the most realistic and professional and came recommended ! Thank you personally to Ben for making the whole process a strait forward one! He has knowledge..."
Robbie Fraser
Robbie Fraser
25th Aug 2026
The purchase of my property took way longer than expected. Ben Dilling at Foxes was brilliant. His professional approach and friendly manner is what helped me get through the process. He was..."
Jackie B
Jackie B
Ben Dilling at Foxes , Bournemouth , supported us , through a very tricky sale and purchase. We were synchronising a lease extension , which took an extremely long time. Although it was complicated ,..."
Debby Raccani
Debby Raccani
Was a pleasure from start to finish with Ben and the team, everything run so smoothly and would without hesitation recommend to anyone
Shaun Whittle
Shaun Whittle
Ben & Jo were fantastic, easy to deal with and diligent in helping keep things on track wherever possible with the sellers solicitors - highly recommend
Sam Jones
Sam Jones
Incredibly professional and despite a number of false starts with the sale kept us all informed throughout the sales process right through to completion .
Julie Warren
Julie Warren
Great service from all involved in the purchase of our new home. Cannot fault anything from day one And would recommend to anyone else wishing to purchase through foxes estate agent.
paul howes
paul howes
The service I received from Foxes was exceptional and the communication and support during the sale from start to finish I cannot fault. I want to say a very big thank you to Jo for this. I would have..."
Linda Marshall
Linda Marshall
Ben and the team at Foxes are all incredibly professional, proactice, friendly and most importantly excellent at what they do! We have bought a property in 2021 advertised by Foxes, and we then sold..."
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