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How to Prevent Your Property Sale from Falling Through

A third of all property sales collapse before completion. How can you ensure yours isn’t one of them? Read on to find out. Selling a property isn’t a sprint; it can be a marathon. It takes time to market a home, find the best buyer, agree on a price and then deal with the legal paperwork. So, it’s all the more frustrating when a deal collapses – especially if you’re within touching distance...

Don’t Get Scammed by a Fake Landlord: Top Tips for Renters

Don’t let fraudsters swindle you out of your hard-earned money. Read on to discover what the ‘fake landlord’ scam is and how to protect yourself. The fake landlord ruse has been around for years, but current market conditions mean that some renters are particularly vulnerable to this con right now. Here’s how it works A fraudster posts a property for rent online, complete with photos...

How to Ace DIY at Your Home 

Will your next home improvement project end in success or a desperate call to the DIY SOS team? Here are five tips to avoid bungling the job. Repairing and refurbing your own home can be immensely satisfying – and save you lots of money. But not every DIY task finishes well. One in eight ends in a mishap, while half of all DIYers confess to calling in a professional to rectify a mistake.* From...

These Mistakes Could Lose You Your Dream Property 

If you’re looking for a new home, time is of the essence. The market is competitive, it seems like prices are always going up, and there’s a lot to get organised. But don’t fret – we’re here to help. While buying a property is never stress-free, avoiding some common mistakes can make the process a little easier. In this quick read, we look at ways that buyers can avoid losing the race...

What Every New Tenant Should Know

Are you a renting newbie? Are you flying your family’s comfy nest? Well, this one’s for you. Renting your first place isn’t as simple as moving in and unpacking – there’s a lot you need to know. In this quick read, we help you prepare to sign on the dotted line and start your first tenancy.  Step 1: Budget Have you planned your finances? Do you know what you can afford every month?...

How to Maximise the Storage Space in Your Home

Whether you live in a tiny apartment, a three-bedroom semi or a mansion, there’s one thing you probably want more of – storage. It’s not exciting, it’s not earth-shattering, it’s just space. But it definitely matters. We’ve all got a lot of stuff. Putting it away (or hiding it) is something that seems to occupy a lot of time and patience. In this quick read, we’ve pulled together some...

Gen Z – the New Tenants You Want in Your Rental

They’re young, they’re moving out of their parents’ homes, and they could be your next tenants. We’re talking about Generation Z, the workforce of the future and a generation that’s ready to pay rent.  Over the next three years, it’s estimated that Gen Z (born between 1996 and 2012) will pay a larger share of the UK rent bill than any other age group, as found by property giants...

How to Make Your Property Stand Out to Buyers

Whether you’re a DIY kind of person or prefer to hire a professional, home improvements are on the up. Since the pandemic, savvy homeowners have been looking for ways to make their properties more comfortable and more desirable to future buyers. So, what are the most popular home improvement trends? How can you wow potential buyers with your use of space? In this quick read, we look at some...

Landlords, Do You Know How Much Rent to Charge? 

A Quick Guide to Setting Your Monthly Rent As a landlord, you want to earn a good return on your property investment, but how do you decide what rent to charge? In the current market, rents are at an all-time high, but what’s the fairest way to set your monthly price? In this quick read, we look at how to calculate the right rental price for your property.  Check out the local...

Moving House? Top Tips to Reduce Your Stress

There’s no doubt about it, moving home is one of the most stressful life events you can go through. As you wade through boxes, try to settle the kids, hunt for the toaster, and pay off all the moving bills, you’ll probably be trying not to scream and lose your cool. So, what’s the solution? Can you make a house move less hectic for all those involved? We think so. Here’s our ultimate moving...

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