How to transform a residential home into a successful short let business (AirBnB)
8 minute read“I am considering purchasing a 7-bedroomed property in Salisbury. Please could you advise what the financial returns might be on AirBnB?” It was a typical Wednesday morning in September 2021, when I took the call that would...
Unhappy with your agent? The biggest tell-tale signs that it’s time for a change
5 minute readIt seemed so exciting when your home first went on the market. You were full of anticipation around people coming to view, and your agent sounded convincing when they said they had buyers waiting. But that was months ago, and your...
Grand designs: how to use planning permission to boost your home’s value
5 minute readHow do you feel about adding thousands to your home without making a single improvement? One of the magic words in property is ‘potential’, and getting planning permission to increase the amount of accommodation is a great way...
Big buyer turn-offs: five major viewing mistakes and how to avoid them
6 minute readYou’ve picked your estate agent, you’re chuffed with your photos and description, and your home is priced to precision. Now all that’s left is your viewings - what can go wrong? Well, quite a lot! There are plenty of...
You and your estate agent: five ways to work together as a top-notch team
5 minute readPower couples, dynamic duos, dream teams… every goal is easier to reach when you’ve got someone on your side. Selling your home is no different, and by working closely with your estate agent, you’re far more likely to sell...
Boost your sale price : the best upgrades to bowl over buyers and sell your home for more
6 minute readPushing your home’s value to its full potential can make your next move bigger and better. That could mean more space, a larger garden, or a swisher location than you thought was possible. But where do you start? Well, we talk...
Moving for schools: get the timing right for your home search, sale and children’s new start
7 minute readMoving home with your family is a momentous time, especially when it involves changing schools. And although it can be challenging for everyone, it can also be an exciting new chapter. Nonetheless, whether it’s switching from...
Spring viewings: get your home ready for the year's busiest selling season
6 minute readSpring has been the most popular season to buy and sell a home for as long as we can remember, and with good reason. Plans are often hatched around the beginning of the year, and as the weather warms up and nature bursts into...
Stress-free downsizing: swap a home that’s too big for happiness, financial freedom and your ideal lifestyle
7 minute readOf all the reasons for moving home, downsizing can be the most overwhelming. It doesn’t matter if your home has become unmanageable or even if you know that moving to a smaller space will improve your life: just thinking about...
Show your home’s heart: instantly unlock the hidden extra value by shining a light on all the existing features
6 minute readNot every home sells for its full potential value, and that’s often because the finest features are either hidden or under-presented. But you can add many thousands to your sale price simply by showing off what’s already...