The Piccolo Property blog

If you are a self-managing landlord, it’s natural to have concerns about how the Renters' Rights Bill will affect your ability to regain possession of your property. One major change is that Section 21 Notices, which currently...

London has long been a dream destination for many homebuyers. But with skyrocketing property prices and the often frenetic pace of life, more and more people are considering alternatives outside the city. If you're looking to buy...

The Renters' Rights Bill, a new set of rules aimed at improving the rental market for both tenants and landlords, is making its way through the UK Parliament. If you are a landlord in the Salisbury, Wilton or Warminster area,...

Many landlords have no idea whether their rental property requires a license, which is why many get caught out. There are different rules around the UK for landlord licences, and local authorities aren't always as communicative or...

The test of a truly timeless interior design trend is whether you can integrate it into your existing decor, or if you need to restyle your entire home to accommodate the latest fad. For most of us, our homes evolve naturally over...

Why is it always such a surprise when Christmas comes around again? It's the same date every year, but it feels like it goes from the distant future to a few days away in a flash! Some people plan their Christmas months in advance...

A budget-conscious mindset is sensible for any business, and self-managing your rental homes can feel like a straightforward way to boost your bottom line. But do you have the full picture? Like you, we watch our outgoings, but we...

Although the property portals get record numbers of views with every Boxing Day bounce, it’s the second half of January when the market really heats up. To capture the wave of New Year buyers as they come out of hibernation, it...

More landlords than ever set up a limited company in 2024, with more than 46,000 new registrations between January and September of companies created to hold rental homes. If nothing else, the numbers show just how popular...

There’s a common myth that the housing market, like hibernating bears or sleepy butterflies, takes a long winter’s nap. But this idea is far from the truth. In fact, for the savvy seller, the winter months can be a prime time...