But is it more affordable to buy now than it was in his day? This article looks at the ratio of house prices to wages and the results are really surprising!
What kind of property makes a great rental investment? Is it better to buy an old or new home? What sort of location will attract the tenants you want? And what should you look out for to avoid buying into hassle? These questions and more are answered in this blog to help you identify the right kind of property to begin or expand your portfolio
What is a sitting tenant? Our blog explores explores the pitfalls of buying with a sitting tenant, what you need to know and things you MUST check before agreeing to buy.
We’ve rounded up the best environmentally friendly improvements at home that will positively impact the health of your home, and the planet.
33.9% of Central Bedfordshire Landlords Could be Fined £5,000 Each With New Energy Regs..... … whilst possible new mortgage rules for Central Bedfordshire homeowners would make it harder to sell their draughty old properties
Your home is special. It’s unique. All of your friends love it. The postman keeps telling you that if they had the money, they’d buy it. And everyone keeps telling you the market is ridiculously hot right now. It’s so frustrating… So, why is your home stuck on the market when every property around you is selling – and selling fast?
‘UK Property Prices Rising at Record Levels’ is the headline of many newspapers. In the last few weeks, the Halifax reported they had grown by 6.5% in the last 12 months, whilst the Nationwide said 7.1% and not to be outdone, the Government’s own Land Registry said 8.6%. Nothing new there then you might think, don’t UK house prices always increase?
…as Flitwick first-time buyers now only need a 5% deposit for a mortgage.
When you’re selling your home how do you make sure your online advert stands out from the rest? How do you entice buyers to click and find out more? Is the rest of your listing engaging enough to pique their interest and make them want to book a viewing? Our latest blog is all about how to turn browsers into buyers.
If you’re an accidental landlord and have never let a property before, there’s a lot to know before you get started. Here’s what you need to do next.
No matter how neat and tidy they are, people always ask us how their home should look on viewings and whether they can improve their presentation. These are our life hacks to be viewing ready everytime a buyer wants to view your home.
When natural light pours into a space, we can’t help but feel invigorated and inspired, so it’s no wonder that a bright home is often at the top of a homebuyer’s wish list. But if your new dream home lacks illumination, have no fear: Buyers can rest assured that it’s never too late to illuminate a home you otherwise love.