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Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Background
1.2 Objectives of the Research
2. The Outcomes of Stage One
2.1 The Web-Based System
2.2 Training and Pre-Launch Activity
2.3 Selling Agents Training
2.4 Surveyors Training
2.5 Other Pre-Launch Issues
2.6 The Launch of the Single Survey Pilot
3. Evaluation Methodology
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Quantitative Evaluation
3.3 Stakeholder Consultation
3.4 Consultation Response Rates
4. Quantitative Results
4.1 Surveys Completed
4.2 Selling Agents
4.3 Types of Property Marketed within the Pilot
4.4 Surveyors
4.5 Helpline Enquiries
4.6 Duration of Pilot
4.7 Impact on Market
4.8 Issues Identified from the Quantitative Analysis
5. Qualitative Evaluation of the Single Survey Pilot
5.1 Sellers
5.2 Successful Purchasers
5.3 non-Purchasers (including unsuccessful bidders)
5.4 Lenders
5.5 Selling Agents
5.6 Surveyors
5.7 Non Participating Sellers
5.8 Additional Issues
6. Discussion and Conclusion
6.1 The Pilot and the Market
6.2 Single Survey Product and Process Development
6.3 Valuations - the impact on pricing & purchasing strategies
6.4 Property Condition Information - the impact on purchasing strategies
6.5 Potential for Conflict of Interest
6.6 Conclusions
The views expressed in this report are those of the researchers and do not necessarily represent those of the Department or Scottish Ministers.
Arneil Johnston
John Player Building
Kerse Road
Stirling
FK7 7RP