With Big bust-up over the garden fence

LOVING thy neighbour can be tough, especially when you are having a row.

But it is vital you are honest about your relationship with those living next to you when you sell your home.

If not this can come back to haunt you, as Ian found out.

He had been arguing with neighbours over the position of the back garden fence for two years.

They said it was in the wrong place and that he, not they, were responsible for its upkeep.

Ian, of Huddersfield, West Yorks, denied both claims and the dispute rumbled on.

But he failed to declare this when he sold his home last year for £179,999.

Now the buyers have inherited this dispute and are threatening Ian with legal action.

They will have to continue the fight or lose some of their garden and become liable for the fence. THE LEGAL POSITION

Sellers of property must complete what is known as a Property Information Form.

It asks numerous questions about the property, including if the seller has any ongoing disputes with the neighbours.

This information is analysed carefully by the buyer’s lawyer.

They must consider if there are any reasons why their client should not go ahead with the purchase.

If a seller “lies” on the form or