Tips For Staging Your Older Home ForSale
Selling an older home may be fairly challenging since you have to try to appeal to people who often adore modern amenities and finishes. Rest assured, with proper staging, your home’s unique charm will be brought out; it will feel updated, and its full market appeal will be realized. The following are helpful tips on…
Stamp duty rises to 5% on second homes
Immediate rise on SDLT for buying second home in £40 Bn Tax rise budget In a shock announcement that nearly made me fall off the sofa as I watched the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachal Reeves in full flow, she stated that as of midnight on the 30th of October 2024, anyone buying a second home and…
The Challenges of Selling a Shared Ownership Home
Selling a shared ownership home presents unique challenges compared to selling a fully owned property. Shared ownership schemes, designed to help people get onto the property ladder, allow buyers to purchase a portion of a home (usually between 25% and 75%) and pay rent on the remaining share. While this can make homeownership more affordable,…
Alpine Makeover: How Are Mountain Homes Blending Tradition and Innovation?
Mountain-style homes, nestled amidst breathtaking landscapes, offer a perfect blend of architecture and nature. From the charm of old-world designs to modern, contemporary structures, they create a unique connection to their surroundings. But what makes these homes so timeless yet so versatile? Rustic Roots, Modern Touch At the heart of alpine architecture lies the nostalgic…
UK homeowners sitting on up to £80,000 in property value gains
Analysis from Zoopla reveals that homeowners who purchased their existing home within the last twenty years are sitting on an average of £80,000 in property value gains In comparison, UK homeowners who sold their home in the last 12 months made on average £65,000 Outside of London, the South East saw the highest proportion of…
The Importance of Residential Surveys and Home Buying Reports
When it comes to buying a property, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of finding your dream home. However, it’s crucial not to overlook the importance of conducting a residential survey and obtaining a home buying report. These essential tools provide valuable insights into the condition and value of a property, allowing…
The most popular home design trends for autumn 2024, according to TikTok
A new study reveals that candles are the most popular home design trend for autumn 2024, topping the ranking with over two million TikTok posts Bouquets are second on the list, with over one million posts, while modern home design aesthetics are in third place, with 780,000 posts The study analysed data from TikTok’s creative…
What income do you need to buy a home? by Neil Parker, Leaders
As property prices continue to increase, many people – particularly those who aren’t yet home owners – are concerned about whether they will be able to afford to buy or move home. While getting together a deposit is one part of affordability, the other is the level of income you have, which will the main…
Taylor Swift’s celebrity home has gone viral on The Sims 4
A new study has revealed that Taylor Swift’s celebrity home has been recreated the most in The Sims 4, appearing 1,293 times on the game’s online gallery Other high-ranking celebrity homes included those belonging to Harry Styles, Tom Cruise, and the Kardashian family The study obtained data from The Sims 4 online gallery to see…
5 budget-friendly ways to make your home feel bigger
Most people would love to have more space in their homes, but this is not always possible due to budget constraints and competition for housing. Furthermore, Statista reports that the average size of living rooms in the UK has steadily shrunk since the 1970s, meaning that homeowners appear to have less space to play with…
Zoopla finds 40% of full-time workers priced out of homeownership across Great Britain
New research from Zoopla finds over half (58%) of working households in southern England cannot afford to purchase an average priced two or three-bed home Almost three quarters (74%) of full time workers are unable to buy in London Homeownership is accessible to most workers across the rest of Britain, although there are hotspots emerging…
New sales agreed are 25% higher than a year ago as buyers return to the market Sales up the most in the East Midlands (32%) and North East (30%) Rebound in activity supports slow recovery in house price growth – UK house prices increase by 0.7% up from -0.3% a year ago More and more…
The Importance of Kerb Appeal: First Impressions That Sell Homes
Judging a book by its cover isn’t necessarily something to shy away from. The exterior of a property, commonly referred to as “kerb appeal”, is often the first thing potential buyers see, and it can set the tone for the entire viewing experience. YouGov reported that 68% of homeowners admitted kerb appeal played a crucial…
5 tips to make your home feel bigger to help you sell and move before Christmas ’24!
Most people would love to have more space in their homes, but this is not always possible due to budget constraints and competition for housing. Furthermore, Statista reports that the average size of living rooms in the UK has steadily shrunk since the 1970s, meaning that homeowners appear to have less space to play with…
Here is how to sell your home quickly and move before Christmas
According to research by Zoopla, selling a property can take anywhere between four to eight months. To reduce this timeline, though, people can stage their homes and entice potential buyers with several strategic steps. House buying experts housebuyers4u have shared eight insider tricks for leaving a lasting impression during viewings, including maximising natural light, neutralising…