Having a Christmas Present Panic? Here Are Some Last-Minute Gift Ideas Here are three alternative gift ideas if you still need to pick up Christmas presents but can’t face the heaving masses on the high street. With just a few days before Christmas, time is running out to get your gifts. But you don’t have to do a frantic dash around the shops listening to [……]
Selling Your Rental: What Landlords Must Know The last few years have been challenging for some landlords. In this article we’ll look at the things to consider if you are thinking of selling your buy-to-let in 2025. Reasons to sell your rental property It’s fair to say that developments in recent years have made things more complicated for some landlords. The restriction on mortgage interest [……]
Changes to Stamp Duty in 2025 Read on to learn how much they’ll cost you and how to deal with them effectively. December is traditionally a quiet month in the property market – but that’s not proving to be the case this year. Buyer demand is up with the property portal Rightmove suggesting first-time buyers (FTBs) are leading the charge*. So why is there so [……]
TV Property Pros Reveal Their Biggest Mistakes They’ve graced our TV screens for years and made millions buying and selling homes. But, like the rest of us, famous property gurus also make mistakes. From rotten renovation jobs to disappointing deals, here’s a rundown of some of the biggest blunders made by property experts. Phil Spencer The unflappable Location, Location, Location co-presenter made a rookie error early in [……]
From Blue to Brew: How a Simple Cuppa Can Lift Our Spirits Blue Monday, often labelled as the most challenging day of the year, falls on the third Monday of January. But what exactly makes this day particularly blue? Well, a travel company originally coined the name, and Blue Monday is thought to be the day when the festive cheer has faded, resolutions have hit [……]
From Interiors to Gardens: Seven Podcasts You Shouldn’t Miss We’re becoming a nation who are passionate about podcasts. Podcast listenership in the UK has been increasing yearly, reaching an estimated 21.2 million listeners in 2022 according to the Statista website. From relationships to Russia, history to histrionics, and anything else you can think of – there’s a podcast themed around it. And people seeking homely [……]
Time to Sell Your Home? Take Our Quick Quiz Are you pondering whether to sell your home? With the property market constantly changing, it’s natural to wonder if now is the right time. To help you decide, we’ve crafted a fun, informative quiz. Let’s start: How well does your home meet the needs of you/your family? A. It’s perfect and suits our needs now and [……]
Myth-Busting Valuations: An Honest Guide for Homeowners In this quick read, we delve into the importance of accurate valuations – and how to price your property with precision. Don’t be tricked into high listing prices The saying “stick it on high and wait for offers” is a common myth that doesn’t align with current market trends. A listing will gain the most attention within the [……]
How to Deal with the Change in Seasons If you’re feeling tired, grumpy and an overwhelming urge to hibernate as the autumn days get shorter and cooler, you’re not alone. Many people experience a dip in mood and energy at this time of year. But before you dive for cover under the duvet, here are some tips to help you deal with – and maybe [……]
Simplify Your Online Life by Having a Digital Declutter Is your inbox clogged with emails that you never find time to read? Does scrolling through social media leave you fizzing with rage or grappling with imposter syndrome? Or are you bombarded by the relentless ping of WhatsApp notifications, news updates and promo offers from fast-food delivery firms? If the answer to any of these questions [……]
