If you’re looking to sell your home in the current climate of COVID-19, Brexit and Christmas you’ll need a special edge. Jonathan Rolande, Director of property buying company House Buy Fast has quite a few free actionable tips to increase your house value and give you that competitive edge in the sellers’ market.
Have you ever moved into a new house and discovered something weird that’s been left behind by the previous owners? Sofa and carpet specialist, ScS, has challenged Brits to share their freakiest finds. Here are some of the strangest entries submitted so far, from mannequins to voodoo dolls!
Tis the season to be spooky! At least that’s what we would’ve said last October. 2020 has proven to be a scary year in general. Nonetheless, with Halloween approaching, the experts at OnlineMortgageAdvisor.co.uk were curious to find out which are the spookiest towns in the UK.
What is a sublet? There are many reasons why you may want to sublet from someone as a renter. This situation can be a great temporary solution for anyone who doesn’t have a permanent place to live. For instance, many people in large cities sublease apartments. Here’s a look to see whether this option makes sense for you.
Experts in property, interiors and finance confirm the best way to optimise your home’s value with the bathroom.
If you’re starting to consider the prospect of lowering your property’s asking price, it’s crucial that you do so at the right time and for the right reasons. That’s why we’ve put together a guide to help you decide when, if at all, to take the leap and slash a chunk off of that asking price.
Now more than ever, developers need to use every resource they have to sell more houses. Part exchange schemes are one such resource, enabling buyers to move much quicker than before, which is great news for developers.
In an announcement by the Bank of England, property prices have risen by £30,000 on average and house sales have soared by 20% since the government announced the Stamp Duty Land Tax temporary reduced rates on 8th July 2020.
When it comes to the market as a whole, Eastenders has seen the most substantial uplift with an average house price increase of 2.3%, while Hollyoaks is the next best soap location with a 1.8% uplift, followed by Emmerdale (1.6%).
The more significant changes have been the prioritisation of outside space and the availability of nearby green areas such as parks.
For those looking to combat inescapable CO2 emissions, there is a solution – and it’s called Carbon Offsetting. Here, we look through the benefits and how it can help us lead a greener life.
Smart home devices such as Alexa or Google Home are edging seamlessly into our lives and becoming items that increasing numbers of us use day in, day out, without even a second thought. If you’d place yourself in the not-so-tech-savvy category, fear not, as here’s some handy advice on how to set up your smart home.
The new cloud-based intelligence software is now available to a select group of the most respected real estate professionals and works by pairing listings with client lifestyles, in a unique human-first approach.
Leading property recruitment specialist, Rayner Personnel, has released the results of its estate agency salary survey, revealing the current earnings in the sector.
69% of the nation feel that estate agents should do more to help them during the stressful process of moving between homes, pitching in with jobs like informing utility providers with a change of address.
A majority of U.S. real estate investors who participated in a recent survey have an optimistic outlook about the strength of their business and the industry despite COVID-19
Xfinity Communities survey finds strong support of smart home tech.
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Residential construction projects require planning for a homeowner’s current and future needs. Clients may get caught up in the idea of trendy kitchen back-splashes or architectural features, but others may face lifestyle changes that require an accessible home.
We are all aware that the United Kingdom is not necessarily known for its warm weather throughout the year. Temperatures can become quite chilly even during the late spring and early autumn.
Nearly everyone goes through a period in their life where they have to rent their living space. After you’ve experienced your fair share of apartments, you might want something different. A rental upgrade would be great, except those usually come with a price that’s way outside of a standard renter’s budget.
If you’re a landlord, it can be tricky to narrow down a tenant’s wants and needs — and amenities make a huge difference. After all, your single-family house probably doesn’t have a home gym or an in-ground pool. But potential renters aren’t as complicated as you think.
As summer quickly approaches, now’s a perfect opportunity to head outside and work on some projects. From painted front doors to backyard fire pits, there’s a ton of different ways to add a little curb appeal to your house. These ideas don’t take too much time or effort, either – which makes for an awesome weekend remodel.
Picture this — you step out into your backyard and see a beautiful landscape. Perhaps there’s an intricate brick patio beneath your feet, a stone wall cradling holly bushes, and a gathering space complete with a fire pit and wooden benches. This scene is your hardscape.
With more time being spent indoors, focusing on creative pursuits may just help temporarily relieve stress from the outside world.
Conserving energy at home doesn’t have to require hiring a professional. If you are interested in improving the energy efficiency of your home, there are tons of DIY projects to get you started.
When you decided to put your home up for sale, you may have imagined finding a buyer and moving on to the next phase of your life. The process might have taken a bit longer than you thought, but eventually, someone made an offer. Now it’s time to get down to business.
There’s more to a modern home than the latest interior design or building materials. Mobile apps can make houses more enjoyable, as well as be a smart personal investment.
Property investment can be a lucrative game and peer to peer lending platform, Sourced Capital, has looked at eight famous faces who have made their millions primarily through property despite being famous for other career choices.
While household emergencies can be terrifying — depending, of course, on what the emergency is — it’s important that you remain calm instead of panicking. Focus on how best to deal with the issue at hand. Bearing that in mind, below is a simple guide on how to handle home emergencies and ensure they can be sorted as quickly as possible.
According to statistics, Britain’s divorce rates are the highest in the EU (in 2018 – 2.8 divorces for every 1,000 marriages). There are plenty of reasons why couples choose to part ways: financial issues, infidelity, intrusive parents, differences in communication and conflict resolution.
Deciding to rent a home is a big life choice — one that requires much thought and consideration. From creating a budget to purchasing renter’s insurance, there’s a lot that goes into it. And, as with any major decision, you want to make sure you’re well informed. Here are just a few things to keep in mind while conducting your search for your new home.
A third of UK homeowners are planning on moving home in the next five years but are underestimating the cost of moving by up to £8,600*, according to new research.
With housing sales estimated to increase from 1.19 million to 1.3 million sale transactions by 2022, the housing market is due to get more competitive as sales increase, so it’s important to stay on top of your game when preparing to sell your home.
Being a homeowner is never cheap, but this doesn’t mean you can’t reduce your costs. In fact, people often underestimate how much money (and trouble) they can save with some basic DIY repairs and maintenance. If this is your goal, the following tips will help reduce your home expenses by well over £100 a year.
What are termites and what do they do to damage your home? Here’s what you need to know about these common household pests, including how to identify them, the important warning signs, and what you can do to get rid of them for good.