New Year, new house? It’s time to act on the resolutions you made when sipping the bubbly and eating your body weight worth of Christmas leftovers. That leaky drain you’ve been meaning to fix, the garden hedge you said you’d prune…it’s time to tackle the tasks that will help to up your home’s curb appeal. […]
A recent survey has shown property owners in the UK have a ‘shocking’ lack of understanding of the rules of leaseholds, due primarily to bad conveyancing advice, with over 50% of leaseholders unaware of the rules on leaseholds! Research from law firm Bolt Burdon Kemp claims leaseholders don’t know nearly enough about how leases work, the […]
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These are the latest statistics to come out from Shelter, emphasising the growing housing crisis for thousands of 20-34 year olds in England. This phenomenon is being dubbed ‘the clipped wing’ generation. This age group have been given many names, first, it was the millennials for being born during the millennium, generation Y to precede […]
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Every year parents across the country have to make the important decision of where to educate their children. Obtaining a place at a top performing school is a high priority for parents, but if they are not living within the catchment area of their desired school many will consider relocation for a better education. As […]
Most neighbours are easy going law-abiding citizens, but occasionally you may encounter those that prevent you from enjoying a peaceful life in your own home. The causes of neighbour disputes can be anything from barking dogs to parking and boundary issues, but the most common cause is noise. A one-off party could be excused but […]
To build or not to build? That is the question. Extending your property has long been a popular way of gaining extra space for a growing family, as well as increasing the value on your property. If an extension is your desired route, take a look at some important factors before going ahead with the big […]
Don’t let your home be an easy target for burglars. Your home is your castle and don’t want anyone invading it and helping themselves to your possessions. A burglary can have a traumatic effect on homeowners. As well as the financial loss it can take an emotional toll. By taking a few simple measures you […]
Buying a property is a serious investment and it is important to protect that investment by keeping it maintained to a high standard. Basic maintenance frequently can prevent your home from losing value – it may even help to increase it. Whether you’re planning to stay in your home for years or if you are looking […]
Selling your house online may not be the so called conventional method. Getting divorced, don't panic! There may be many reasons you wish to sell your house quickly and one may be due to a divorce, in which a home becomes a central component of division. Not only a complicated financial hindrance but a divorce […]
When you first move into a new home, it feels like you have lots of space. However, a few years down the line, it can start to feel much smaller and cramped, especially if kids have arrived too! If you don’t the funds to add an extension to your home, there are other ways to […]
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