Home and Living

You’ve found the house of your dreams – now what?

 

You’ve survived the stressful and emotional process of house-hunting and have finally found a new place that feels like it could be “home”. You’re ready to make an offer, but what happens next? Making an offer Ideally, during the viewing you will have demonstrated to the estate agent that you’re very interested in buying the…

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The best Key safe solution for AirBNB Property

 

“So, where have you left the spare set of keys just in case we have to pop round to check something?” “They are under the larger flower pot next to the front door… ”  Sounds familiar? Security is of upmost importance these days especially where we now frequently let out property on short term lets and require an easy…

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Just how smart is your door bell – 5 great solutions on the market:

 

So, just how smart is your door bell? It is not something that many of us are greatly concerned about and many of us in deed do not have a door bell at home and instead rely upon the gold old firm knock on the door or flipping of the letter box to grab the…

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Top Carpet Cleaning Secrets – Easy and Money saving!

 

We certainly do love carpets here in the UK, many homes throughout the country will be laid with varied patterns and thickness of material to make our rooms that bit more cosy. Progressing from years ago when houses usually had tiles (both ceramic or plastic), good old bare floor boards or even parquet if one…

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Six ways a home tennis court will change your life

 

Having a tennis court on your own property is a dream for many homeowners. Tennis is a quintessentially British pastime that is ideal for enjoying summer evenings with friends. So the opportunity to have a court of your own sitting just a few steps from your back door can be hugely appealing. But many people…

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Staying Safe Over Summer

 

The summer holidays are in full swing and many of us are enjoying downing tools for a few weeks and enjoying a well-earned break. But before we head off to sunnier climates it is important to ensure your property is safe. To help you stay safe at home this summer we have put together some…

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What should you do if your domestic oil tank is leaking?

 

Running your home using a private oil supply can be hugely beneficial. Not only can it be very cost-effective if you plan your purchasing properly, but it gives you greater control over your energy consumption and means that you’re not reliant on the mains network. However, owning and maintaining an oil storage tank is a…

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When selling your property – 5 Tips for presenting your Gardens:

 

Most property will come with some kind of outside space from acres of land to a tiny concrete floored back yard. When it comes to selling property your outside space is quite important and maximising this area can be the final clincher in capturing that ‘sale’ as the garden will usually be the last area…

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5 Questions to ask about managing a septic tank or cesspit in your home

 

Are you thinking of moving into a property that has a septic tank or a cesspit? The concept of not being connected to the public waste water system may be a new one to you. After all, it’s not something we normally need to think about – you flush and it disappears, no? However, in…

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Are solar panels worth it in the UK?

 

Solar panels are not as expensive as they once were and it is now common to see homes across the country drawing solar power from their roofs. But is it really worth it? Clearly, having solar panels installed makes a difference from an ecological perspective, but is this something that is truly going to be…

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7 Mistakes to Avoid if You’re a First-Time Buyer

 

Buying your first home is exciting, scary and emotional – usually all at the same time. What makes the experience different from any other house purchase is that you have no prior experience on which to base your expectations and can easily trip up on mistakes that a second-time buyer would know to avoid. If…

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Do I Need a Solicitor When Selling My Business?

 

If you have ever sold a business, you will be well accustomed to the process. If you haven’t, however, keep reading. Selling a business is not simply a case of finding somebody who is interested, taking their money and handing over the keys… there’s a lot of due diligence involved, and the sale of a…

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10 reasons why your home might be burgled

 

For all home owners when take security seriously be it our own property, our neighbourhood or that of our friends / family members and especially elder ones. Despite many deterrents, homes are still burgled across the country though the figures today are a lot less that just a few years ago: “In the survey year…

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Tips for Cleaning Your Home After Water Damage

 

Burst pipes or leaks have been a problem in homes for generations. In recent years, we also have an added problem, with flash floods and rivers over spilling their banks. All this means that flooding and water damage is far more common than ever before. If you are currently dealing with a water damage issue,…

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5 Best Places in The UK To Buy Investment Property

 

2018 will see no dampening of investment appetites, with interests rising only a fraction and certainly not enough to dissuade investors from purchasing property. Prices in London, especially those in the inner city, continue to increase with many young professionals feeling priced out from those locations and looking to commuter towns instead. This bodes well…

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