Dealing with practical matters after a bereavement can be tough. Unfortunately, some issues, like your mortgage, still need attention. In the UK, there are various types of mortgages, one of which is a joint mortgage. If you share a joint mortgage with someone who passes away, you could be thinking — can I pay off […]
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Selling property through traditional methods, such as using an estate agent, comes with a number of well-known costs for homeowners. However, the tax implications of selling a property can be less straightforward. You might find yourself wondering if you need to pay Capital Gains Tax (CGT) when selling a home. Typically, you won’t need to […]
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If you’re a homeowner, you might be worried about the threat of squatters. The process of dealing with squatters and selling your property can be confusing. What is the difference between squatting and trespassing? What rights do squatters have? Can you sell a house with squatters? This article will offer answers to these common questions, […]
Inheriting property often brings up mixed emotions, whilst you may be happy to have been left something by a loved one, you might have several concerns about what responsibility this involves. Luckily, you do not have to pay stamp duty when you inherit a property. However, stamp duty does become relevant when you are deciding […]
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Whether you are looking to sell your property as soon as possible, or you’re thinking about doing so in the near future, it’s always a good idea to be prepared. Every homeowner wants to get the most out of their property, especially when you have invested so much over the years, so doing everything you […]
According to research, the average time it take to sell a house in the UK is 129 days. The same study also reveals that this figure can be impacted by the state of the market, with properties in ‘cold’ markets taking 52 days longer, on average, to sell compared to houses in ‘hot’ markets. Many […]
With the property market reopening, as restrictive lockdown measures decrease, many people are keen to get their properties up for sale. To give homeowners an advantage when deciding to sell their home, Sell House Fast considered potential variables that could change the value of a property. Our team of housing experts sought to find out […]
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When homeowners first contemplate putting their property on the market, one of the most common questions they ask are: The answers to these are among the most demanded by UK property owners, but the fact is, some properties sell in a blink of an eye, while others can take forever. Generally speaking, selling a home […]
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The November 2019 release by the Ministry of Justice shows all mortgage possession actions in county courts increased in 2019. According to the repossession statistics, in 2019, mortgage possession claims increased by 42% while orders for possession rose by 35%. Warrants issued and repossessions also increased by 31% and 29% respectively, compared to the same […]
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You may be wondering, does not having a bath reduce house value or not having a dedicated parking space? In this post, we discuss thirteen things that can reduce the value of your house, so you can prevent losing value on your property when it comes to selling your house. You may be wondering, does […]
Few things strike fear into buyers and sellers alike than finding out a property has subsidence. Would you consider buying a property where there was risk of structural damage? This is certainly a question that many sellers have sleepless nights about – particularly if they are looking for a quick home sale – if you […]
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Selling your home is no easy feat, with thousands of UK homeowners looking to flog their properties amidst a highly concentrated market, many factors can get in the way of your property sale. From unsettled economies to Japanese Knotweed, Brits are increasingly looking for new ways to overcome their property woes and sell their homes […]