Home and Living
Changes You Will Need To Make To Your Home When Taking On A Lodger
If you have a spare room that’s lying dormant then one way of making use of it would be to rent it out or take on a lodger, this earns you a bit of spare cash for not doing very much at all. This quick guide will go through what you’ll need to consider in…
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The Best Day to Sell Your Home to Beat the Brexit Blue Revealed
Research by for sale by owner platform, www.OkayLah.co.uk, has highlighted that this weekend is the best day to list your home for sale for the best chance of beating the Brexit blues and finding a buyer. OkayLah.co.uk found that while the highest number of property transactions complete during the month of August, the best day…
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Half of homeowners feel they made costly mistakes when buying their first house
Half (50%) of homeowners felt they made costly mistakes when buying their first home 10% of homeowners made the mistake of using all of their savings to fund the deposit on their first home Only 12% looked into their options on a price comparison website when taking out a mortgage 12 March 2019 –…
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Working at height: 4 great options for getting to the top
Whether you’re cleaning gutters or wallpapering the stairwell, there are many DIY jobs that can be downright dangerous unless you have the right equipment. Never underestimate safety when it comes to jobs around the house or garden – particularly when you’re working at height. Unlike cats and their nine lives (not to mention their ability…
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The impact of colour on your kitchen makeover
We all know that the kitchen is the heart of the home, but this knowledge doesn’t necessarily make it easier to style the space we now routinely use not just for cooking and dining but for relaxing and socialising too. In terms of product design and interiors themes, there’s never been such a wealth of…
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Common timber concerns when buying or selling property
Whether you’re an experienced real estate agent or have just started on your property investment journey, everyone knows that being able to accurately gauge the value of what you’re buying or selling is important. Whilst market value and recent sales figures are obviously the first step to take, the more challenging aspect of investment is…
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How to avoid frauds related to real estate purchasing
If you would like to acquire a property at a certain point, it is recommended to pay attention to potential frauds that might occur. For instance, there might be hidden litigation issues which are not mentioned in a sale contract. In any case, it is advisable to talk to a lawyer and find out all…
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First time buyers buying New Builds up by 16%
A recent news report shares that first time buyers opting for new builds is up by 16% which is either due to the lack of quality property coming on to the market (let’s face it, much of the stock coming on is less than desirable landlord stock) or the help to buy schemes that new…
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New-Build Checklist for Housing Developers
New-builds are a great opportunity for first-time buyers to get onto the property ladder and the demand for them is greater than ever. But, with new-build homes under scrutiny, it is very important that home builders and developers are following best practices. From making sure a plot of new-build’s is structurally sound, to looking after…
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74% of millennial home movers impacted by Brexit until at least 2021
latest property release from moving company AnyVan. The consumer research (Survey of 2,000 adults conducted by Opinium) shows millennials that are looking to move home are feeling the impact of Brexit the most. Shared by: Stephen Jury – stephen@jukeboxmedia.co.uk
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First-time buyers born today could be paying £1.2m for a foot on the ladder
The latest research by one of London’s largest independent letting and sales agents, Benham and Reeves, has looked at the current struggle facing the nation’s first-time buyers (FTBs) and how this could increase over the next 34 years for those born today. Benham and Reeves looked at the historic FTB property price data from the…
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A cleaning company’s view take on getting your deposit back
Signing a tenant’s agreement is not a step one takes lightly, especially in the current state of affairs in London. Tenancy deposits have grown to serious amounts of money, usually in the region of 1500-2000 pounds, which is quite the lump sum, so one doesn’t lightly part ways with it. Everyone is looking to protect…
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Serviced Apartments are on the Rise Across the Board According to Reports
The short-term and mid-term housing and accommodation sector is evolving rapidly, and more options are open to travellers, expats and people relocating to different cities than ever before. One area that seems to show growth is the serviced apartment and mid- to long-term fully furnished apartment rental sector. These types of apartments are attractive because…
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The nation’s most popular street names for home buyers
The latest research by leading property finance specialists, One77 Mortgages, has looked at the value of a good street name and which are the best to live on when it comes to attracting a buyer. One77 Mortgages looked at data from the Land Registry to compile a list of the top 20 most common street…
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Smart Home Security System by Blink
Today we have a wide selection of clever devices that we can work remotely that aid in the protection of our property from door bells that enable you to scare away that thief about to steal your Amazon delivery to home CCTV systems that ping your mobile when motion detectors spot any movement. So, what…
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