Estate Agent Tips & Advice

Want to know more about the property market from behind the scenes? Our real estate agent tips and advice board will give you the lowdown on everything from lettings to sales, with step-by-step guides, actionable advice, and invaluable information for homeowners, landlords, tenants, vendors, buyers, investors, and anyone else who loves property. #estateagenttips #estateagentguides #estateagentlife
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Best Time To Sell A House: UK Sales Seasons Explored & Explained
What’s the best time to sell a house? It’s a question asked by every homeowner at some point (providing they have the luxury of choosing when they want to go to market, of course) but, as we’ll find out in this week’s post, not all property sales are created equally. Add to that the fact that conventional property wisdom isn't always wise, choosing the right season to sell can often leave sellers scratching their heads. #propertysales #besttimetosell #selling #realestate #property #estateagents
Essential Property Maintenance Tasks For Every Season
Knowing what to do and when is half the battle when it comes to maintaining your home. Our comprehensive guide walks you through essential maintenance tasks for every season, ensuring your home is always a sanctuary, whether amidst winter’s chill or summer’s glow. Breaking these duties down into seasons also makes keeping your property in good nick less of a chore, which is always a welcome bonus! Let’s get our house(s) in order, shall we? #propertymaintenance #upkeep #homemaintenance
Snagging List: The Ultimate Checklist For New Build Homes
Creating a snagging list when buying a new build property is an essential part of the process, but what's the best way to go about checking for defects before you buy? Should you do it yourself, or are you better off getting a surveyor in to create a snag list for you? If the DIY option suits you best, what should a good snagging list include? We answer all of the above in our latest post. #snagging #snag #snagginglist #newbuild #property
Renovating Property To Rent? Here's What You Need To Know
It could be argued that renovating property is an inevitable part of being a landlord. After all, there must surely come a day when a given home on a landlord’s books will need a little (or a lot of) TLC. Regardless of whether this argument holds water, there are definitely right and wrong ways to go about restoring a rental. Today’s post is all about showing you how to get the renovation results both you and your tenants want. #renovation #rent #landlords #property #restoration
Why Are Chain-Free Homes So Sought After?
There’s no doubt about it, chain-free homes are in demand. Why is that? The reasons are many, and in today’s post, we’ll explore all the benefits of chain-free homes and delve into the growing market demand for such properties. We'll also discuss the competitive advantage that sellers gain by marketing their homes as chain-free. Additionally, we'll examine the increased negotiating power that chain-free buyers possess and how it can give them an edge in an aggressive market. #chainfree #nochain
7 Things Tenants Look For In A Rental Property
Knowing what tenants look for when searching for somewhere to live is vital for landlords, but many don't even bother to explore what matters to renters. In this post, we take a look at 7 things tenants look for in a rental property so you can include them in your next real estate rental offering. #tenants #landlords #renters #rental
How Much Does An Architect Cost For An Extension: UK Fees
If you are thinking of extending your property, you’ve probably also wondered how much an architect will charge to help bring your extension to life. This post aims to shed a little light on the subject of architectural fees for property extensions in the UK, including how they are calculated and what you need to bear in mind when hiring an architect. #architect #extension #design #property #extending
6 Tips To Help Landlords Save Money
Maximising profits as a landlord isn't the only way to improve your bottom line, you should also be on the lookout for any opportunity to save money as well. In this post, we look at 6 tips to help you do just that. #savemoney #landlordtips #landlordtipsrentalpropertymoney #landlordadvice #rentalpropertytips
Seasonal Tips To Help Keep Your Rental Property In Good Shape
Regular maintenance is crucial for protecting your rental property and ensuring tenant satisfaction. Our seasonal tips guide you through essential tasks to keep your property in top shape year-round. From spring inspections to winter preparations, these practical tips help prevent costly repairs and maintain the value of your investment. Keep your property well-maintained and your tenants happy with our expert advice for every season. #landlords #maintenance #property #rentals #rentalproperty
10 Design Tips That Will Transform Your Small Bedroom From Tiny To Terrific
A small bedroom can pose a problem when it comes to designing a new look. We've compiled some of our favourite design tips for tiny chambers that'll beautify your boudoir on a budget. #bedroomdesign #smallbedroom #bedroomdecor
Garage Conversions Guide: All You Need To Know
Garage conversions are a popular way for homeowners to add extra living space to their property, as well as increase its value. However, before embarking on a garage conversion project, there are several factors to consider, such as planning permission, building regulations, and, of course, cost. In this guide, we'll cover everything you need to know about converting your garage, including the most common conversion types, and more. #garageconversions #homeimprovements #renovations
Removal Companies: How To Find The Best Home Movers
You’ve found the property, the survey is back, and now you’re counting down the days until contracts are exchanged and you can move into your new home. There is, however, one final job to take care of - finding the best removal company to help get your prized possessions from A to B, preferably with the minimum amount of fuss. In this post, we’re going to show you how to find the best home movers and give you a rough idea on what the service will cost. #moving #removals #homemovers #movinghome
How To Analyse Potential Home Locations And Neighbourhoods
If moving home is stressful, moving to an entirely new area takes things to another level. One way to ease your anxiety is to do a bit of groundwork before you set your heart on a new neighbourhood. But where do you start? What do you look for? Where do you look and who do you ask?Today’s post is all about analysing potential home locations and neighbourhoods, and we aim to answer all those questions and more. #newarea #movinghome #locationchange
5 Costs That May Slip A Landlord's Mind
Knowing what's going out is as important as knowing what's coming in, but there are a few landlord costs that are easy to overlook. In this post, we look at 5 expenses every rental investor needs to take account of if they want their buy to let business to be a success. #landlordcosts #landlordexpenses #landlordmoney #successfullandlord
Mortgage Porting: What Is It & Should You Do It When You Move?
Thinking of moving and taking your mortgage with you? You may be able to keep your existing mortgage deal and take it with you by way of mortgage porting. While this sounds good in theory, in practice there’s a lot more to porting your mortgage, and sometimes it may not be the best option after all. You really need to weigh everything up before making a final decision. This guide will help you do just that. #mortgages #porting #movinghome