The Piccolo Property blog

There’s no shortage of tenants, but if you want to naturally attract the very best of the bunch and achieve the highest possible rent, the contents of your rental listing are the crucial first step. Time and time again, we’ve...

It can be very disheartening when you have nobody viewing after getting your home ready for sale and putting it on the market. There are, of course, occasions when the market goes quiet, but we've always had more buyers registered...

It seems like an eternity since the idea of EPC changes for rental homes was first mooted, but we finally have solid dates and new criteria to work to. There's been much talk of the ineffective measuring standards used in current...

You don't need an interior designer for successful home staging, but there are plenty of tips you can steal to stand out from the crowd and present a lifestyle that buyers want for themselves. We’re surrounded by images of...

With the Renters’ Rights Act in England and the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 both gaining Royal Assent, landlords face a series of 2026 rental reforms. In fact, the scene is set for something of a ‘Great Convergence’ between...

Moving home is a major life moment that requires equal parts strategy and soul-searching, and the key to success lies in how much thought and preparation go into making such a big decision. Whether you’re wondering whether to...

As we enter 2026, owning and managing a rental home is increasingly demanding, unforgiving, and legally exposed, with self-managed rental risks greater than ever before. The margin for error or neglect has disappeared, and...

When an estate agent values your home at more than you expected, it’s natural to be thrilled. But it’s wise to employ some healthy scepticism around whether a price is achievable, or an overvaluing ploy. We're all for being...

If you’re looking to start or expand your rental portfolio, buying a tenanted home can be an attractive, smooth and chain-free proposition. As some private landlords sell up, others with newer business models are taking...

Nobody needs to redecorate every year, but as interior design continues to evolve, it's always worth keeping an eye out for any home design trends you can use whenever a refresh is on the cards. The trick is to cut through what...