Landlord dream team: who do you need by your side for an easy landlord life?
5 minute read posted on 9th Sep 2024They say teamwork makes the dream work, and being a landlord is no exception. Having great people working for you gives you the most precious commodity of all - time. Time to spend with your family, on personal passions, or...
Extending your home: a step-by-step guide to adding more space, value, and style
5 minute read posted on 2nd Sep 2024Whether you’re extending your home to sell or extending to stay, adding more space can transform how you live and boost your sale price when it’s time to move. Research by Nationwide found that a loft conversion with a double...
Fines for landlords: essential tips and guidance to avoid costly penalties
6 minute read posted on 29th Aug 2024Today, being a landlord or a managing agent is expected to be a highly professional and conscientious business, with severe consequences for ignoring the rules. Fines for landlords can run into tens of thousands of pounds, but...
Full house to empty nest: what’s next for your family home after your children move out?
5 minute read posted on 19th Aug 2024At the last count, 8-10% of the UK were thought to be empty nesters (parents whose children have all left), and the initial change brings up mixed emotions. Everything from grief, to relief. Wherever you sit on that spectrum,...
Rules for renters: our landlord guide to your tenant’s duties of care
6 minute read posted on 12th Aug 2024If you want your tenant to look after your rental property correctly, it's unfortunately not enough to rely on them knowing every letter of the law around their responsibilities. What some might see as basic housekeeping or even...
High price, low stress: how to time your sale perfectly for a worry-free move
6 minute read posted on 5th Aug 2024The phrase “timing is everything” can be applied to every major decision in life, but how is it relevant to your move? Well, from advance preparations to meeting your deadlines to choosing an agent, the magic ingredient is...
What do tenants want? Five insider tips to maximise your rental home’s appeal and profit in Salisbury
6 minute read posted on 29th Jul 2024When times are good, it’s easy to think tenants will rent anything at any price. But when the market changes and there's more competition from other rental homes, a property can quickly lose its appeal. Outdated homes also mean...
Staycation bliss: spend a super summer at home with our fun-filled tips for grown-ups
6 minute read posted on 22nd Jul 2024With so much happening in the UK over the summer, there’s really no need to fly overseas for a change of scenery or a refreshing break. And even if you are heading off for a couple of weeks abroad, that still gives you a couple...
Selling for the first time in Salisbury: our guide to getting it right and avoiding beginner’s mistakes
6 minute read posted on 8th Jul 2024Whether you’re going upmarket to a bigger place, relocating for work or schools, or even downsizing from a longtime family home, selling for the first time is an exciting prospect in your life’s next chapter. Even so, the idea...
Summer renovations: project inspiration for the perfect season to upgrade your home in Salisbury
5 minute read posted on 24th Jun 2024There’s no better season for improving your home than the summer. With long and sunny evenings from up to 17 hours of daylight, there's so much more time to get things done before it gets dark, which means you can enjoy the...