How to keep your home cool during summer
09 August 2022 |
As we’re in the midst of a very warm summer and with heatwaves becoming more frequent, we thought we would share some tips on how to keep your home as cool as possible.
Close your curtains and blinds
A simple solution but it rea...
Mortgage affordability test no longer required
08 August 2022 |
The Bank of England have scrapped a key mortgage affordability test meaning it may be easier for people to get on to the property ladder.
The requirement meant that borrowers had to be able to afford a three-percentage-point rise in intere...
5 reasons to sell your home in summer
05 August 2022 |
Summer isn’t just a great time of year for basking in the sunshine, having BBQ’s and spending time with friends and family, but also bringing your home to the market.
Here are just five reasons why you should consider selling your home in...
Get ahead of new alarm regulations coming
01 August 2022 |
The government has released detailed guidance for landlords ahead of a change in the law around smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, due to come into force on 1st October 2022.
As of that date, all relevant landlords must:
1. Ensur...
Take the stress out of selling with Auctions
01 August 2022 |
According to Rightmove, it is currently taking on average nearly 6 months to complete on a property that is bought or sold through estate agents.
Some of the most worrying times of buying and selling a property are waiting to exchange and ...
Debunking common property auction myths
29 July 2022 |
There are many misconceptions around selling and buying properties at auction, so we thought we would set the record straight on some of the assumptions we encounter most regularly.
'Only problem properties come to auction'
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5 ways to improve your credit score
25 July 2022 |
If you’re considering applying for a mortgage in the near future, then you will need to make sure you have a good credit score.
Improving your credit score is one of the most effective things you can to do prepare for a mortgage applicatio...
New EPC measures: How much will it cost landlords?
22 July 2022 |
New measures are being considered by the government meaning that by the end of 2025, all tenanted properties will need a minimum Energy Efficiency Rating of C.
These new rules would mean all new tenancies started after the end of Decembe...