The Piccolo Property blog

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...

Your home is on the market, Christmas is coming, and it's almost time for decorations to go up, but how do you unleash your festive fervour while keeping your rooms clutter-free and ready for viewings? Well, as luck would have it,...

No inventory, no claim. That's about the long and the short of it if you end up in dispute with your tenant and want to make a deduction from their security deposit. Much more than just a list of items, an inventory is your only...

There are dozens of details that go into valuing your home for sale, and our job is to be as ambitious as we can to get you the highest possible price. Part of that comes from soaking up the atmosphere and identifying all the...

There is always ‘the moment’ – usually somewhere between mid-September and mid-October – where summer’s memory fades and all eyes turn to the oncoming winter months. And, if we’re totally honest, there’s a comfort in...

Using an agent to manage your rental property should leave you full of confidence and free of stress, with reliable long-term tenants, full legal compliance, and efficient maintenance and repairs. Unfortunately, that's not every...

Whether the market is booming or flat, there are homes that sell fast and others that stick around. And when it’s yours that’s left on the shelf, it’s a frustrating and uncertain time. Although there’s always a reason, it...

Schools are back which means summer is soon to be a distant memory. Darker mornings are creeping in and before long the shops will be bedecked with Halloween and bonfire night goodies. As we attempt to fall back into the normal...

Average rental yields hit a ten-year high in the summer of 2024, fuelled by massive demand from tenants and an ever more acute shortage of homes. That data comes from a survey by Paragon Banking of 800 landlords that also revealed...

When it comes to having a blooming garden in spring, October is the time to prepare. By laying the groundwork now, your plants will have time to settle in and put down roots over autumn and winter, so they're ready for the big...