HOW MUCH VALUE CAN YOUR GARDEN ADD TO YOUR HOME?
3 minute readIt’s not uncommon knowledge that the property market has been booming over the last 18 months. Due to lockdowns meaning we’ve all spent a lot more time at home, people have realised just how important having outdoor space is...
IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO SELL, NOW’S THE TIME
8 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
As the housing market starts to slow, if you’re looking to sell your home, now’s a good time to do it, according to the latest signs in our House Price Index. Key takeaways House price growth is starting to slow with property...
UK rents have risen by 11% in past year after demand ‘bounce-back’
4 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
UK rents continue to climb and city centres are currently seeing huge levels of rental demand from students, office workers and international tenants. The latest Zoopla UK Rental Market report has revealed how the rental market is...
Average UK house price hits record £250,000
5 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
The average cost of a UK home has broken through the £250,000 barrier for the first time to stand at a record of £250,200. Both the time taken to sell a home and the number of price reductions on properties have increased,...
When Is The Best Day and Time of Year to Move House?
10 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
Friday is the UK's most popular day to move house whilst Sunday is the cheapest day to move house. Summer is the UK's favourite month to move, with the majority of house moves happening in August, according to new Compare My Move...
How does an EPC rating affect my mortgage?
5 minute readWhat is a good EPC rating and how can it affect your mortgage? Here's everything you need to know. With sustainability playing an increasingly important role in the housing sector, there has been more discussion around whether EPC...
Free money to make your home more energy efficient
7 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
There are several home improvement schemes available that'll give you money to reduce your energy bills. Let's take a look.Key takeaways Energy companies will pay for insulation, glazing and even new boilers for people claiming...
What's happening to house prices?
4 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
House prices up by 11% year-on-year but experts expect market to slow After a year of soaring prices and fierce competition between buyers, house price growth is likely to slow in the coming months as the market settles down. The...
Should I downsize?
7 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
There are a number of reasons why downsizing to a smaller home is a good idea. As the number of over 55’s looking to downsize in the UK grows, we take a look at the pros and cons of downsizing your house to help you decide...
On your marks: How to position yourself for a quick home purchase
4 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
In times of rising interest rates, buyers need to be nimble. Here we explain why its never too early to start the mortgage and conveyancing process. With interest rates on the rise, time is of the essence when buying a property....
