Devious fraudsters are hacking the emails of buyers and sellers, sometimes with devastating consequences. A two-minute read. Hackers and cyber fraudsters went to town in the UK last year, swindling £1.3 billion in just six months – a three-fold increase on the same period the previous...
In this two-minute read, we look at the BIG reasons why your home needs to be up for sale at the very least before you start seeking a new one. Picture the scene. You’re house hunting and have been trawling the internet for what seems like forever....
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 share six top tips for successful camping trips in Herefordshire, Shropshire and Powys. Friday 2 July sees the start of the UK’s National BBQ Week – one of the Great British public’s favourite pastimes. Whether it’s bangers, halloumi burgers or spicy...
In this two-minute read, we look at why it pays to get an experienced estate agent to handle viewings. When it comes to selling a property, many people overlook the important role viewings play in the process. They mistakenly believe that viewings are simply about opening doors...
This three-minute read will help you maximise the kerb appeal for your property. A Homeowners Alliance survey showed that 68% of potential buyers felt a property’s kerb appeal influenced their decision. Use these quick and easy tips to help your potential buyers fall in love at...
A three-minute read. Having a rental property can be a great way to earn some extra income. Like anything, there are a variety of things that can go wrong. We break down five of the most common ones. The wrong property Being a landlord means running a business....
In this two-minute read, we look at why it’s crucial that consumers shop local. As we emerge out of lockdown, there’s one thing you can do to help our area recover from the pandemic – and that’s to shop local. Independent traders are the lifeblood of...