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How to Pack for a Home Move
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- May 1, 2023
Moving home can be an exciting yet daunting experience. One of the most critical tasks when relocating is packing your belongings. To ensure a smooth transition, you need to pack your possessions securely and efficiently. In this article, we will share top tips on how to pack for a home move and protect your precious items.
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Spring Clean Like A Pro
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- April 24, 2023
Ah, springtime in the UK! As the days grow longer and flowers begin to bloom, it's the perfect time to freshen up your home with a thorough spring clean. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a cleaning novice, we have tips and advice to help you tackle this year's spring clean like an expert. So, roll up your sleeves, don your rubber gloves, and let's get started!
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The Ins and Outs of Property Auctions
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- April 17, 2023
Buying or selling a property at a UK residential auction requires careful planning and preparation. Here are the typical steps you would take to successfully purchase or sell a property at auction...
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What are buyers looking for in 2023
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- April 13, 2023
If you are thinking of selling your home in the near future, it is good to understand what buyers are currently looking for. We reviewed the early reports from reputable online sources to collate information on what buyers are looking for in 2023 and here is what we found out:
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Electrical Safety at Home
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- April 6, 2023
In this article we look at ways to make sure you are safely using electrical appliances in your home...
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How to make Easter Eggs
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- March 30, 2023
With Easter just around the corner, its the perfect time to learn how to make your own Easter eggs. Making Easter eggs can be a fun and you'll have a tasty reward at the end of it!
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Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor Mortgages
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- March 26, 2023
New mortgage products coming on to the market to help first time buyers, here we take a more detailed look at these mortgage products.
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5 DIY Trends for 2023
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- March 23, 2023
The year is in full swing and as we are approaching the Easter Bank Holiday weekend we thought now is a great time to start planning a few DIY projects. In this article we take a look at some of the biggest DIY trends for 2023.
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Tips for Second Home Viewings
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- March 13, 2023
When looking at new homes to buy, or even rent, it is amazing how little time we actually spend actually looking at the property. On average a first viewing is between 20 and 30 minutes. That’s less than half an hour to come to a conclusion on what is by far the biggest investment most of us will make. On a first viewing this probably makes sense as, if the property doesn’t tick the right boxes and just feels or looks wrong, then why spend a long time going over it with a fine-toothed comb? But, should the property tick all the boxes, then it makes sense to have a second viewing to look at the more practical aspects of the property. In this blog article we will walk through some of the things we suggest you look at during a second viewing.
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A Guide to Gifted Deposits
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- March 6, 2023
Saving to buy a home is not easy nor is it cheap. Deposits can be anything from 5% to 25% with 10% - 15% being very typical and then there are legal fees, moving fees and potentially stamp duty on top. All in all, this can make owning a home seem like a massive uphill struggle, especially for first time buyers who have no equity in an existing property. This is where gifted deposits come in to save the day, but what are they, how do they work, how do you get one and what are the implications of them? In this article we cover some important considerations for gifted deposits, so if you are looking at this as an option to help get on the property ladder, read on…
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How to take care of your rental property
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- February 27, 2023
Renting a home is a double-sided coin, it comes with both freedom and responsibilities. Not just the freedom of standing on your own two feet in your own space, but there are also responsibilities like paying bills and looking after your new home. There are some simple things, some obvious and some not so immediately clear, that all tenants should be mindful of in order to keep their home in the best possible condition. In this article we take a look at how to take care of your rental property.
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How a Property Valuation is Calculated
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- February 21, 2023
When it comes to selling a property, or even just understanding what it is worth, it makes sense to bring in a local estate agent to carry out a valuation visit and give you a market value for your home. Many people wonder what the estate agent is looking for and what they take into account when determining a market value and what can be done by the homeowner to affect the valuation. In this article we will take a closer look at property valuations, what affects a property’s valuation and what a homeowner can do to maximise the valuation.
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