Roof maintenance is one of the most important things to keep on top of as a landlord. It’s a vital check that will keep your tenants warm and dry over the winter months. Landlords are generally encouraged to make two roof maintenance checks a year; one in spring and one in autumn. This is so …
A flying freehold isn’t an extravagant as it might sound. For starters, it doesn’t apply to owning an aeroplane, but we can all dream. If you come across the term “flying freehold”, it’s probably because part of a property you’re buying or selling either overhangs (is directly above) or lies beneath (situated directly under) another …
There are many different ways to add value to your rental property, many of which won’t even break the bank. Not only can you potentially increase the amount of monthly rent; it’s also possible to add long-term value to your home’s market price. But how do you increase the value of your rental property? That’s …
If you’re running the country, you don’t usually go home to an average three-bedroom semi in the suburbs. Instead, you’re more likely to retreat to an opulent mansion that would quite literally take your breath away. How much for the keys to one of these ministerial mansions? There is no denying that these palatial properties …
What type of work should you carry out to add value to your home? Can you get away with a few DIY touch-ups here and there? Or do you go down the full renovation route? Then again, maybe your home doesn’t need redecorating but could do with an extension, such as converting the loft or …
Summer is well and truly here, but with the Government advising against all but essential travel, perhaps a staycation is the best type of holiday for 2020. Coronavirus and lockdown have kept us all inside for the last few months. But with our top tips, there’s no reason to leave the comforts of your humble …
After much deliberation, you decide that now is the time to take action. No more ‘umming and arring’. You’re finally going to do it – you’re going to sell your home. Sure, selling your humble abode is a big decision, but it’s time for pastures new. An agent is instructed, and your home is officially …
When selling your property even the front of your house has to cater to what the property market wants. Potential buyers will make snap judgements on how they feel about the house just from seeing the outside, so you need to make sure that it is in top condition. This guide will provide you with …
Downsizing is when you move into a home smaller than your current property. The reasons why people decide to downsize vary, from reducing expenses to no longer needing the extra space after your children have left home – there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. But should you downsize? That is the all-important question, and a 2017 …
Before going on the market with your property, there are a number of simple (and affordable) tips that can improve the appearance of your home, and likely increase the asking price. Which is a win-win for everyone, but especially you. Let us walk you through a few ideas that can help upgrade your home before …
