Where is Dulwich? Located in South East London, living in Dulwich is often compared to living in the English countryside, with the city centre only a 30-minute car ride away. Its large green spaces, white picket fences, independent shops and restaurants add to the countryside vibes and make this part of town a true magnet …
After weeks of trawling the internet and viewing a stream of ‘nearly-but-not-quite’ properties, you’ve finally found the one. But while it’s still on the market, someone else could snap it up before you get the chance to sign your tenancy agreement. This is where a holding deposit comes in handy. What is a holding deposit? …
After living in lockdown for months, it’s only natural that many will have shied away from making big house moves in the current climate. But now that things are slowly getting back to normal, you might be wondering about the requirements for moving home. To help ease some of that apprehension you may have around …
HALF OF THE CITY’S WORKERS WOULD LEAVE FOR A BETTER LIFE 1 IN 3 HAVE THEIR SIGHTS SET ON BRIGHTON London-office workers are considering leaving the city in favour of the seaside and a better quality of life, according to startling statistics released today. 60% said the COVID-19 pandemic has made them reconsider their living …
When you rent your property out to a tenant, you can no longer control how it’s treated. For peace of mind, it’s a good idea to cover yourself with landlord’s insurance, which can protect against loss of rent, damage to your property and any claims made against you. Your insurance premium is the amount you …
When you rent a home, more often than not you’ll have to pay bills – if the landlord’s not taking care of that side of things (which is a rarity anyway). And if you are paying bills, it’s surprisingly likely that you’ll be overpaying; although there’s now a cap on how much providers can charge …
Moving house is an exciting life milestone. However, uprooting your life from one place and settling down in another can also be daunting. From choosing your move day to sorting a removals company, there’s a lot of admin involved. To minimise stress on the big day, we’ve put together a short guide to moving house. …
Entering the world of rental contracts can be daunting at first. But once you got the gist of it, you’ll know what to look out for in your tenancy agreements. You will mostly find that there are two main types of rental contracts for students. In this article, we will familiarise you with these and …
Finding a buyer who is willing to meet your asking price can prove incredibly challenging, especially if you’re looking for a quick sale. There are a multitude of issues to consider when selling your house, and the effect of an aesthetically pleasing first impression should never be underestimated. Instantly creating positive thoughts in the mind …
Now we know that the UK is in a recession, many homeowners will be wondering just what it means for house prices and if they’re going to see a crash similar to the credit crunch of 2008. While headlines might make for grim readings, not all is as bad as it seems – especially as …
