Two days ago it was kick-an-estate-agent day. Now it's help-your-fellow-mover.

Another tip, this time courtesy of Mark:

When moving or buying a house in london you'll probably be handed a list of local solicitors by estate agents. Although it sounds reassuring to have the legal work carried out by someone you can drop in on or who knows the area this work can be done by any solicitor in the UK. So simply find the cheapest place in the UK and call a few up for a quote. Small village in wales? North-East pit village? They will all be 50% or more cheaper than anyone in London. My sister and I have saved £1000 this way.

Sounds obvious doesn't it? So why don't we do it? Maybe we think London solicitors are more able, or that local knowledge may help them do the job better. Based on my own recent experience, I would like to personally warn anybody off the assumption that a London postcode is enough to guarantee a competent solicitor.

Thanks, Mark.