PM Keir Starmer has already issued a warning that next week’s Budget will be painful… to help fill a ‘£22 billion black hole’ of debt. So, could this Budget be painful for homeowners? In this article, we’ll take a look at what Chancellor Rachel Reeves might be planning.
Cuckooing is a heartless crime that puts your tenant’s wellbeing at risk and leaves you, as the landlord, facing an array of legal issues.
The weather is dreary. Christmas is on the way. So, right now is an absolutely terrible time to jump into the housing market. Isn’t it? You should wait until the new year before you go house hunting. Shouldn’t you? No! Let us explain why.
As the days grow shorter and the chill sets in, it can be easy to feel a bit downcast. But autumn and winter bring their joys, and there’s plenty to look forward to as we enter the final three months of 2024.
Welcoming a new tenant can be exciting for landlords, but it also requires careful preparation to ensure a smooth transition. A well-prepared property makes a great first impression and can set the tone for a successful tenancy.
In the past decade, millions of Brits have snapped up home tech gadgets to monitor their kids, cats, dogs and deliveries. About one in five homes has a doorbell camera, while thousands more have pet CCTV or video baby monitors. With all this kit installed, it’s probably no surprise that some people have taken to using it for another purpose.
When considering the purchase of a ‘doer-upper’ – a property that requires refurbishment – landlords are often faced with a Shakespearean (ish) question: “To buy, or not to buy?”
Rightmove has unveiled a new tool to help calculate how much renovation works add to the value of a property.
Spooky season is upon us. It's all pumpkin-spiced lattes and woolly jumpers, and TV is filled with re-runs of classic horror movies. But a haunted house is haunted all year round, isn't it? Would you live in a haunted house?
Read this article before you instruct an estate agent to sell your home for you. The cheapest fee or the largest agency are not necessarily the best options for you.
If you are at the very early stage of planning to move, just thinking about it, is it too early to arrange a valuation of your home? Read this article to learn about the various valuation options available to you and how accurate they are.
Do you own a leasehold property? Do you know how much is left on your lease? Read this article to learn more about why you should know how long is left, particularly before you try to sell.