Selling to your tenant: everything you need to know to cut the best deal
6 minute readWhen opportunity knocks, it’s not always clear whether to say yes or no, particularly when it’s unexpected or means changing your plans. Selling to your tenant could be one of those times, and even if you’re planning to be a...
Changes to selling homes: how do the new trading standards rules affect your move?
5 minute readYou’re not alone if you think the way homes are advertised needs a jolly good shake-up, and that’s exactly what’s happening with the new trading standards rules. From buyers and sellers to estate agents and solicitors,...
Damage or wear & tear? Which counts as which, and what can you claim back?
6 minute readJust like a friend you haven’t seen for a long time, your rental property will look older when you get it back at the end of a tenancy, and the difference can be jarring if you haven’t visited for a while. Regardless of...
A new look for 2024? Discover the year’s first major trends for home interiors
5 minute readStyle and comfort are the perfect combination for every home - not just for quality moments, but also for adding value when you want to move. Interior trends have a longer shelf life than the fickle world of fashion, and perhaps...
Landlords in trouble: how we come to the rescue and stop things going wrong again
6 minute readHardly any landlords we meet are fully legally compliant when we first speak to them, but it’s never on purpose. In fact, most of them genuinely believe they’ve got everything handled. Unfortunately, this often means that...
Reset the clock: how to relaunch your home for New Year selling success
6 minute readThe start of every year brings new energy to the property market, so if you had no luck selling your home in 2023, take comfort that hope is still on the horizon. As the nights get lighter and the market warms up, buyers and...
Lettings outlook 2024: what can landlords expect from the rental market this year?
5 minute readThere’s no denying that landlords faced a pretty challenging 2023. In particular, many of those who were highly leveraged decided to simply sell up, but did they act too soon? Their departure has left a large hole of opportunity...
Shopping for selling: style your home to sell with tips from the January sales
5 minute readWell-styled homes consistently sell for the highest prices, and if you’re planning to move this year, January is the perfect time to bag some designer bargains and stage your home to perfection. As the market picks up from the...
Rental reboot: Start 2024 with our top ten new year resolutions for landlords.
5 minute readDid you know that most people break their New Year’s resolutions within a month? It’s hardly surprising given that most are based around health & fitness, which means heading to the gym at the crack of dawn during the coldest...
A cracking Christmas: get inspired with our tips for fun days out and new pursuits
5 minute readYes, there’s turkey to finish, new gadgets to play with and chocolate for days, but what happens next? As well as being the time of year to slow down and shut off, Christmas provides the perfect opportunity to create quality...