Tips on Decluttering your Home
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re one of the many people who feel like their home is bursting with clutter. But, let’s be honest, it can get overwhelming trying to figure out what to do when your closets are stuffed with clothes you don’t wear or that don’t fit, almost every surface in the […]
Can I Change Estate Agents?
When you list your property with an estate agent, you’re always confident that it will sell quickly. You’ve been promised the world and given a price to market your property higher than you expected, all of this to get you on the agency books. You’ve instructed your agent to give an extra push and get […]
How to Avoid Selling Your House to Pay for Care
Are you at a point in your life where you’re considering whether you’ll need long-term care or support in the future? It is never too early to start with the planning process, but many people find it a sensitive subject. And it may eventually necessitate a move away from home to receive specialised residential care. […]
How to Make a Small Garden Look Bigger
We may be a nation of gardeners, but we’re not exactly spoiled with real estate to garden in. That’s why we have a proud tradition of making the most of our back yard space. So, if sitting in your garden leaves you feeling lost like you’re in a hedge maze, this post is for you. […]
Why Do House Sales Fall Through?
There’s nothing more frustrating than having your house sale fall through. Wasted time, wasted effort and lots of wasted money can even put you off selling entirely. But even with preparation and the best will in the world, you might not be able to close a sale. So, what can cause a house sale to […]
What to Do If Your Property Chain Collapses
Help, my house sale fell through! Buying a new house is stressful enough with viewings, surveys, solicitors’ fees and last-minute bids. What’s even more frustrating, though, is being in a property chain: you can’t sell your house or buy your new one until every last domino is perfectly in place. That’s why house sales fall […]
How to Decide on a House Price as a Seller
It’s finally time to sell up and move up the ladder. You want a quick sale, but you also don’t want to miss out on some of the higher prices you’re seeing in your area. Negotiating is a balancing act that’s easy to get wrong. So, how do you negotiate house price and come out […]
Selling Your House Due to Divorce
Divorce or separation will always result in many tough conversations and decisions you and your spouse must make. For example, you may have questions about your home – who will get the house? Are you going to sell through an agent or settle for an auction? Knowledge is power, so it’s always a good idea […]
What Does POA Mean in Property?
It’s not unusual for the letters POA to appear instead of the listing price when searching for homes on property portals. The term, which is an abbreviation for Price on Application, exists to conceal the asking price from the general public and can be used for various reasons. So, what exactly is POA, why are some […]
What Certificates Do I Need to Sell My House?
Selling your house was always going to be a stressful process. From finding the most competent estate agent, styling up your home, and scheduling viewings are only but a few things to think about. But there’s still the paperwork. The selling process means you’ll need to gather some paperwork and complete some documents. Some of these are […]