In this three-minute read, we look at fears the UK is heading for an animal welfare crisis this winter. Demand for puppies skyrocketed during lockdown, but with furlough ending later this month and the economy struggling, is the reality of pet ownership about to bite? Earlier this year, demand for puppies skyrocketed, with Google searches for “Puppies near me” increasing more than six...
2020
In this three-minute read, we look at the best ways to market a property in the mid-autumn months. It’s tempting when the clocks go back (as they will do on Sunday morning) to think that it’s all downhill to Christmas but take our word for it: there’s still time to make things happen in 2020. It’s mid-autumn and nine weeks until Santa visits – too early for us here at Nest in Essex to...
I thought given the year we have had (do not worry, I’m not going to mention the C word!) that I would focus a blog on the outside spaces that we all have (or want)!You see, I am speaking to clients daily now where ive noticed a huge shift in criteria, especially when it comes to outside spaces.Whenever it come down to garden, I used to hear “around 60ft and south or west facing” almost daily....
In this 90 second speed read; we look at what the new tier system means for people in Rayleigh & Hockley The tier system announced by the Government this week to combat the increase in Covid-19 cases has caused some concern from people looking to move. The good news is that it shouldn’t. This is because even in the highest tiered areas- which the Government has said are at very high-risk...
In this two-minute read, we look at ways to make your Rayleigh & Hockley home a warm, welcoming retreat. As the nights draw in and the mercury drops, it’s time to take a little inspiration from our Nordic neighbours. The stylish Danes have mastered the art of dealing with long, dark winters by embracing what they call hygge (pronounced hoo-gah). Hygge is a sense of cosy contentment brought...
So, you are reading this guide. Then I can only assume you’re wanting to make sure you pick the best estate agent to help sell your property for the best possible price.I’ve put this guide together based on a decade of experience, which over 50% of that time I’ve been running my own company.So, what makes me so ‘qualified’ to create such a guide?... well, simply put, I’m a multi...
In this three-minute read, we outline five ways to streamline the home-selling process. Selling a home can be stressful, but by following a few easy rules at the start of the process, vendors can save themselves time, money, and heartache. A little bit of pre-sale prep will help you avoid the two most common home-selling horror themes. Scenario one: The process is painfully slow and drags on for...
In this three-minute read, we look at why a landlord needs a professional mindset, and what can go wrong if emotions cloud your judgment. There’s a line in the classic film The Godfather that neatly sums up what landlords need to know about letting properties. “It’s nothing personal, Sonny. It’s strictly business,” drawls a brooding Michael Corleone as he plots a daring and...
In this 90-second speed read, we discover how something so simple to do can have such big positive effects. This month sees the world’s biggest drawing festival take place. Throughout October, there are activities taking place across the globe to encourage people to pick up a pencil and pen and start getting creative. Due to Covid-19, many of these are now taking place online. And at the end of...
In this three-minute read, we look at the ten most important things a landlord needs to succeed. If you’re contemplating becoming a landlord, here’s a helpful checklist explaining what it takes to let a property. You may wonder why a checklist is necessary. After all, how hard can it be? You buy a property, find a tenant, and boom, you’ve got the whole landlord game figured out....