Frequently asked questions

1. What will I see when I subscribe?

Every listing we hold, with the agent's own photos, description and contact details, plus what we add on top: the signals we've detected, sold comparables nearby, price per square foot against similar properties, sales history, and planning applications in the area.

2. How long am I tied in for?

You aren't. Monthly, quarterly and annual plans are all available, every one starts with a 7-day free trial, and you can cancel at any time from your account. Cancelling stops the next payment and you keep access until the period you've paid for ends.

3. Will I get contact details for the owner?

You'll get the selling agent's details, not the owner's. For off-market signals we show property-level facts only — never the name of an owner, executor or deceased person.

4. Do you cover Scotland?

Yes. Scottish listings are included, and we read the different vocabulary the Scottish market uses — offers over, upset price, home report, fixed price — so the same signals surface there.

5. Are there any fees if I buy a property?

None. Repolist is an information service. We take nothing from the sale, and we're not the agent.

6. How do I arrange a viewing?

Call the agent listed on the property and book a viewing, exactly as you would with any other purchase.

7. Do I have to offer the asking price?

No. You can always make an offer. On distressed sales, speed and certainty often matter as much as price.

8. How do I work out refurbishment costs?

Unless you're an experienced builder, get quotes from at least three you trust. Treat online estimating tools as a starting point, not a number to rely on.

9. How do I know what a property is actually worth?

Use the comparables on each property page: recent sold prices for similar homes nearby, the area's price per square foot, and the property's own sales history. Those three together tell you more than any single valuation figure.

10. Why do properties get repossessed?

Almost always because the borrower has fallen behind on mortgage payments and the lender has taken possession to recover the debt. Other routes exist in theory but are rare.

Still stuck? Get in touch and we'll answer.