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    What is the Check out Inventory Dispute Process?

    A check-out inventory protects both landlords and tenants, helping you resolve any disagreements when your tenant’s rental agreement ends. Not sure if you need one? Read on as we explore the benefits of carrying out a detailed housing inventory and explain how to resolve any disputes that arise. The house inventory lists all fixtures and …

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      What Happens if the Checkout Inventory Shows Damages?

      When a change of tenancy occurs in a property, there are a few essential tasks every landlord must complete. One of these is the property check-out so that the deposit can be returned to the tenants in full if no damages were found. But what should landlords do at the end of the tenancy if …

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        4 Things That Devalue Your Home: What Not to Do When Selling

        Believe it or not, there are some things that we commonly associate with increasing the value of our home which in fact cause our property to decrease in value. Here are some of the things you might want to think twice about before building in your home. Install a swimming pool  It turns out that …

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          Top 10 Security Tips for Your Home

          Security measures can be a huge point of anxiety when moving or buying a new house. If you’re unfamiliar with the layout (especially points of entry and access), the locking mechanisms on doors and windows and the local security risks, then it can all feel a bit overwhelming. However, this anxiety can sometimes be well …

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            Questions to ask when buying a house

            It is common practice to carry out extensive research and investigation when making any kind of serious decision. Buying a house is significant and important, and prior to buying a property and committing to a considerable financial investment, you will want to be confident that you have made the right decision.  Through the process of …

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              Getting a Mortgage for a New Build

              While there are loads of great reasons to buy a new-build home, getting a mortgage sorted can be more complicated than with an older property. If you’re thinking of buying a new-build, but aren’t sure where to start with the mortgage, this guide is for you.  What is a new-build home?  Let’s rewind a bit …

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                The UK’s Happiest Residents

                According to the World Happiness Report 2021, the UK is the 17th happiest country in the world. Happiness looks different for every person, from young singles to parents there is no blanket recipe to happiness. Most people leave their hometown, with studies showing that on average, most Britons live 100 miles from their birthplace. People …

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                  Leasehold and Ground Rent Rules 

                  A leasehold means that, while you own the property, the land the property is built on is owned by a freeholder. Therefore, you are able to occupy your property for as long as the lease is valid. However, an update to the rules means that certain aspects have changed. Keep reading to learn more! What …

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                    Where would Friends be set if it was in the UK? 

                    Friends has been a cultural phenomenon since its launch back in 1994, a sitcom gem that is arguably just as popular today as it was when it first hit the screens.  Several thousand cups of coffee and 10 seasons later, people still can’t get enough of the six hapless New Yorkers.  Stretching across a decade, …

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                      Moving to West Brompton Area Guide

                      Moving to West Brompton: Area Guide West Brompton is a quiet residential retreat for families and older couples looking for respite from busy central London.  The quaint streets of this upmarket neighbourhood are lined with plenty of shops and restaurants, as well as good schools and green spaces. The area is popular with renters, thanks …


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