Could shared ownership be the answer?
This easy guide to shared ownership will help you decide if it’s the right option for you. What is shared ownership? Shared ownership schemes are run by councils, local housing associations and property developers. If you buy with a shared ownership, you will own a percentage […]
Top tips on being ready to sell your home
Top tips on being ready to sell your home The latest figures from Rightmove show buyer enquiries are up 18% when compared to the same period last year. By listing your property on the market now, there’s a very high chance your home will see much higher interest levels than it would previously. Why not […]
Top home improvements for the summer
Over the last 18 months, the number of Brits undertaking DIY projects and renovations has jumped significantly, as we found new ways to pass our time in lockdown and improve our living situations. But, which home improvements have the biggest impact to your property’s value? Extensions Adding an extension is one of the most […]
How to maximise using Virtual Viewings
It goes without saying that COVID-19 had a massive ripple effect on the world, and of course, the property market wasn’t left untouched by this. We have seen radical changes within the sector, as agents like ourselves look at ways to adapt and evolve in order to meet new needs from our clients […]
Post-pandemic predictions for the property market
After 18 months of uncertainty, the UK property market has seen some incredible highs and lows, from the sector closing and reopening last spring, to the impact of the stamp duty holiday on residential transaction levels. For those looking to buy or sell in 2021, here are the top projections on what will […]
Demand for rental properties has reached new heights
In April, the lettings market saw a record-breaking number of enquiries from new prospective tenants, and the demand shows no signs of slowing down now we’ve reached summer!* The average rent of a newly let property outside of London is 8% higher than in February last year, which equates to £68 more per month. […]
One third of homes sell for over the asking price.
One in three properties sold for more than the original asking price in April.* This has put homeowners looking to move in a better position than ever. What could it mean for you? ? Here are a few top tips for selling your home this summer: 1. First impressions count […]
What is the outlook for the property market?
Compared to this time last year, the value of the homes being sold in the UK has practically doubled in the first 15 weeks. During this period, around £149 billion pounds worth of property transactions have taken place, with industry sources predicting this to climb even higher for the rest of 2021.* How busy is […]
What do buyers and renters find essential in the current climate?
More than a quarter of UK homeowners and renters have claimed that their property priorities have changed since the COVID-19 outbreak. Previously highly-sought after and high-value property features have dropped down the priority list for homebuyers and tenants, as they now seek different factors when looking for a property that meets their […]
How much hidden equity is in your home?
It has been reported that almost half of homeowners are undervaluing their homes, including some cases where the properties were worth nearly £50,000 more than they realised. Zoopla reports that only three in ten people have an accurate idea of how much their home is worth, with 45% undervaluing and 25% overvaluing.* […]