September 2025 – Nest in Essex

September 2025

Simple Ways to Save on the Cost of Removals

When you’re moving home, removal costs can take up a fair slice of your budget. Here are some top tips on how to save money on home removals, whether you’re buying, selling or renting.   Start planning early   Last-minute arrangements are generally more expensive.   Starting your planning early gives you more options on when and how you move your...

The Biggest First-Time Buyer Blunders – and How to Avoid Them

If you're looking to get on the property ladder, here are some helpful home truths that could help you avoid a costly mistake. Stepping over the threshold into your first property is an exciting and memorable moment. However, first-time buyers (FTBs) can waste valuable time and money by making any of these common homebuying mistakes. Not doing your sums Many FTBs start property hunting without...

Help, My Tenants Have Locked Themselves Out. What Should I Do?

Around 5.6 million keys of all types are lost every single year.* Here's some advice for landlords on minimising the headaches caused when tenants lose their keys or lock themselves out.   Beware self-locking locks   Locks which automatically lock when the door is closed (or the wind blows it shut) are a common reason for getting locked out. When you're changing locks, it may be a good idea...

Retirement Apartments: What Buyers and Their Families Should Consider

Downsizing into a purpose-built retirement apartment or flat is something that many older homeowners ponder. Here are some things to consider if you, or a friend or relative, are looking into buying in a retirement development.   What do retirement apartments offer?   Retirement apartments, which are part of a purpose-built retirement development, are found in many towns and cities now....

What is Gas Safety Week, and What Landlords Should Know About It

Gas safety should be a number one priority for all landlords. Gas Safety Week 2025, which runs from 8 to 14 September, is a good time to make sure your properties are 100% gas safe.   What is Gas Safety Week?   Gas Safety Week is a publicity campaign run by industry body Gas Safe Register.   One of its aims is to encourage everyone – landlords, tenants and homeowners alike – to...

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