The traditional spring clean is a great time for a deep clean and declutter and a chance to review your property for maintenance jobs that should be added to your landlord list over the coming weeks - such as the need for a fresh lick of paint in a bedroom or the replacement of mouldy, unsightly sealant in a bathroom. Doing this will help to ensure your property continues to appeal to prospective tenants...

The spring budget has had a lukewarm reception, with many saying more could have been done to help the housing market although more money in people’s pockets increases affordability. So, what does it all mean for you? More money to spend In the worst-kept secrets of the Spring Budget, one of Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s key announcements was a further cut in National Insurance rates from 10% to 8%...

Whether you are a first-time buyer, have just put your house on the market or you’ve sold and are nearing your completion date, the hard work of moving house can be overwhelming. Moving house ranks up there with divorce and bereavement as a life stress so doing what you can to minimise your stress levels is crucial. Your ability to cope can be stretched since there is so much potential for things to...

If you are currently looking to sell a property you will be aware that it’s a buyer’s market out there. High interest rates have pushed up mortgage rates to three times the level they were in 2021. That has impacted the number of buyers and given those who are willing and able to buy the upper hand. Mortgage rates are beginning to fall, however, and as inflation also falls so there is increased...

With autumn now behind us and summer a rapidly fading memory the lack of colour that winter brings can make us all feel a little bit bleurgh. But if you are trying to sell your property there’s a valuable opportunity to warm up your house sale by tapping into the rich colours of Christmas, using hot shades that draw potential buyers in by creating a warm oasis that makes them feel truly at home. The...

Anyone with an interest in the property market was listening intently to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement on November 22. The market has witnessed rising rents and mortgage rates, high interest rates and a lack of supply that has impacted buying, selling and renting trends. So what announcements were there that will help buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants? The 2% cut in employee NI rate...

There are many ways to tempt a potential buyer with your property, ranging from captivating copy to perfect pictures. Even virtual reality can play a part. But, although these are great at enticing a potential buyer, it’s with an in-person viewing that the true magic happens. Viewings play a crucial role in boosting sales potential by providing a firsthand experience of the property’s features and...

As a landlord, ensuring you stay on top of the maintenance and repairs of your individual properties is essential to help minimise the impact on your wallet, keep existing tenants happy and attract new ones when required. Understanding what you are responsible for, as well as best practices on how to manage this most effectively will not only ease the burden but also ensure you have a reputation as a...

Property viewings can be a time-consuming process for everyone – for the agent, there’s the time spent travelling to and from the property, as well as showing possible buyers around. For the seller or landlord, the challenge of ensuring your property is presentable for every prospective buyer or renter – whenever they want to visit. The time of buyers is also precious. Is it any surprise that...

Every property has a story to tell and by weaving this storytelling element into our property listings we can boost prospective buyer or renter engagement by capturing their imagination to find out more, as well as creating a more memorable listing that will generate more potential leads. Crafting a compelling narrative is an art that relies on drawing your readers or listeners in. So get comfy and read...