The Piccolo Property blog

At 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,...

If 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...

The 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...

When 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 Outdated homes also mean...

With 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...

Tenants are more at risk from domestic fires than homeowners, mainly because more adults sharing a property means more personal gadgets and heavier use of appliances. Admittedly, fire regulations are a deeply unsexy subject, but...

Whether 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...

“Should we sell our home?” What may sound like a simple ponderance is actually the first domino in a series of important flow diagram questions that will, hopefully, lead you to a satisfying sale and the purchase of your...

Whatever kind of landlord you are or wherever you own a rental property, some universal principles apply to keep your investments profitable, sustainable, and enjoyable. Private landlords are effectively small business owners, and...

There’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...