Estate agency Countrywide continues to face turbulent times, with the announcement that a number of branches are to close, accompanied by a harsh tumble in...
You may have never heard of the term, but property guardianship has been around for many years and enables people to live cheaply in a...
15 August 2023 – Despite the Bank of England raising interest rates to 5.25% at the beginning of the month, in the last few days...
When buying a house at auction in the UK, a legal pack is a compilation of important legal documents relating to the property being sold....
If you’re looking to add a new investment to your portfolio, it’s worth considering the pros and cons of investing in commercial property vs residential...
8 August 2023 – New data suggests that house prices have declined sharply in July, falling at the fastest rate for 14 years. Newly released...
Experts have warned that an imminent crackdown on energy upgrades will trigger an exodus of landlords from the private rented sector. The Government intends to...
Do you need to fix a roof? Are you keen to paint or clean the upstairs windows? Maybe you have to rescue Tom the Tabby...
Choosing a solicitor is an important part of the selling process. And you might wonder if you should use your estate agent’s solicitor. Often, when...
Knowing how to tell if a property has subsidence is vital if you are looking to move house any time soon. Many buyers will shudder...
If you are a landlord and have a tenant subletting without consent, then there’s a simple choice: either you follow a process to clarify the...
9 May 2023 – Activity levels of the property market continue to improve, with 52,011 mortgage approvals in March this year. Showing that the market...
The new Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, has confirmed that the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) cut that was announced as part of the mini-budget by his...
Leasehold property is an interesting and often confusing ownership concept. You don’t actually buy the building or the land it stands on – that remains...
The garden is a top selling point for any home. It’s always smart to buy a home with a beautiful garden, even if you don’t...
As a subsidiary of Skipton Building Society, there’s no doubting the size of this nationwide estate agent. But, does that size mean you get a...
