It’s not often that Boris Johnson speaks, but when he does, he makes sure there are soundbites aplenty. And this time was no exception For all the talk of Covid-19, there was some refreshing news that came out of the virtual Conservative Party conference, where Mr. Johnson gave a speech to fellow party members – …
So you’re looking for a new home and already find the whole process confusing before you’ve even hopped onto a property portal like Rightmove or Zoopla. You come across terms like “Help to Buy’ and ‘Lifetime ISAs’, which sound great, but you don’t really know what they do. Don’t worry, because you’re not the only …
Everyone loves a good old celebrity gossip story, flicking through the pages of the newspaper to see who did what with who – and where. Perhaps more interestingly, however (at least when it comes to landlords), is the news that many celebs love themselves a buy-to-let portfolio. Recent news revealed how Ed Sheeran invested a …
And so another year comes to an end. It’s a time for reflection but also one of excitement – especially as 2020 heralds a new decade to look forward to. There’s going to be lots going on in the UK next year (did someone say Brexit?), which has got us thinking about the UK property …
It can be an exciting moment when you realise you have found the property for you. But you’re not there yet, you still have to negotiate and make an offer. Finding the right balance is important and having the room to haggle either side of your budget is key. Allow yourself some wiggle room when …
Whether you’re an experienced homebuyer or first-timer, there are many things you can do to make sure your offer on a house is successful. No, we don’t mean calling the vendor and saying “please, please, please accept. I’ll be your friend”. Instead, we’re talking about doing it in a way that leaves you with your …
With the release of this year’s A-Level results, our annual University property index has looked at the top 50 universities in the UK as ranked by the Guardian and which provide the most affordable options for those looking to get on the student buy-to-let ladder (with the inclusion of the additional stamp duty cost for …
They said yes. Then, a few months – or years – down the line, you tie the knot. You have been pronounced, and in a good way too. Most people assume that a little raging terror running around and causing havoc is the next logical step. But, for many, it’s buying a home together. Things …
Buying a home is a big deal, and finding the correct mortgage is just as important. Often, there is information overload surrounding the topic of borrowing, and it can be tricky to know where to begin in your search. That’s why we’ve written this Mashroom guide, which is designed to take you through the different …
Finding a new property in this day and age really couldn’t be simpler. With the digital revolution changing the face of the estate agency sector, potential buyers can browse a plethora of properties from the comfort of their own home. The increasing popularity of online estate agents has resulted in traditional agents also listing their stock …
