The dangers of a DIY tenancy agreement
2 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
Type ‘tenancy agreement’ into Google and you’ll get thousands of results offering free online templates and guides to writing your own rental contract. So why bother using a letting agent to sort out the tenancy agreement if...
Buying a property in 2023: What you need to know
2 minute read posted by Kate Gostelow
Buying a new home is a big step that comes with lots of considerations. Finding the right property in a good location at a price you’re willing to pay isn’t always easy and can take time. But when you finally move into your...
How to manage challenging tenancy relationships
3 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
As a landlord, as well as managing the finances, the property and any repairs or maintenance, you also have to remember to look after your tenants. Whilst nine times out of ten you’ll never have to deal with anything too...
Thinking about Downsizing? Here’s Five Things to Consider
2 minute read posted by Kate Gostelow
The number of downsizers active in the housing market has skyrocketed in recent months*, and is it any wonder? With steep hikes in energy bills, interest rates and inflation, many people feeling the squeeze are rethinking how –...
Why self-managing your rental might not be the money saver you think it is
2 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
Not since 2008, when Gavin and Stacey ruled the small screen, have interest rates been as high as they are today. As a result, many mortgage holders are looking for ways to trim their outgoings to ease the financial burden....
Bank of Mum and Dad: What buyers (and their parents) need to know
2 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
Every year, the Bank of Mum and Dad comes to the rescue by helping tens of thousands of first-time buyers get on the housing ladder. Last year alone, 46% of first-time buyers received financial help from their parents to purchase...
What smells will sell your house?
2 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
For Brits looking to sell their home, new research has revealed the smells which could make their house more desirable to potential buyers. A survey of 1,015 UK adults carried out by leading household appliances retailer,...
What the Energy Price Cap reduction means for energy bills
7 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
After more than a year of rising energy bills, regulator Ofgem has announced a reduction in the Energy Price Cap from July to September. This is because wholesale energy prices are starting to fall. But Ofgem says it’s unlikely...
What to do if you need to remortgage
9 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
Homeowners face heftier mortgage costs as rates rise High mortgage rates are proving a shock to hundreds of thousands of homeowners looking to remortgage in 2023. Around 700,000 fixed-term deals are coming to an end in the second...
Tips to prepare your house for a viewing
6 minute read posted by Craig Thompson
The ‘For Sale’ sign is up and you’re hoping to secure a buyer. Now’s the time to roll up your sleeves and do what you can to sell your property. When viewing a house, potential buyers often need a little guidance to see...