In this three-minute read, we look at what sellers can do to avoid their property sitting on the market. Making a bad impression We’ve all heard the adage that first impressions are the most important. This is definitely the case when it comes to selling your home....
This three-minute read explores the reasons why evictions happen and how they are carried out. Getting to the stage where you have to evict your tenants is difficult for everyone involved and should always be considered as a last resort. It might be deemed necessary when: ...
A three-minute read sharing top tips for your staycation. This summer, the question mark over foreign holidays is as agonising as Ross and Rachel’s will-they-or-wont-they story. Some have taken the stress out of the decision and opted to book holidays in and around the UK. But for...
In this two-minute read, we give our best recommendations on how to find your dream home. Searching for your next home can be an exciting process, but it can also feel daunting and even frustrating at times. Use these suggestions to ensure that when you’re...
In this three-minute read, we look at what’s involved in changing letting agents. If your letting agent is delivering sloppy service or hitting you up for extra fees, then it’s time to think about switching. Many landlords mistakenly think changing agents is a messy and complicated...
This two-minute read looks at different types of friendships and how to strengthen them. The UN General Assembly proclaimed 30 July as International Friendship Day in 2011. Friendships are crucial for our wellbeing and mental health, whether in person or online. Acquaintances Casual relationships can be with neighbours,...
In this two-minute article, we look at why now is a great time to sell your urban property. Easing of pandemic restrictions has seen increased buyer demand for flats and city centre locations. The data Analysis of Rightmove’s 1.6 million property listings has shown that numbers of people...
In this two-minute read, we explain why your letting agent should be part of a client money protection (CMP) scheme. The lettings sector used to be the Wild West of the property market, with a small group of unscrupulous agents giving the industry a bad name....
In this three-minute read, we look at where three GB Olympic stars started their sporting journey. Eleven thousand elite athletes will converge in Tokyo next week for the 32nd Summer Olympic Games. Each of them will have put in tens of thousands of hours in practice...
This two-minute read will help you learn about conveyancing solicitors and how to find the right one for you. Whether you instruct a conveyancer or a solicitor, they essentially do the same thing when it comes to dealing with a property transaction. The terms are often...