Do You Have Unrealistic Expectations about How Much Your Property Is Worth? So, your home is on the market, you’ve decluttered, the sink is sparkling, and you’re patiently waiting for potential buyers to come and view your property. A few people arrange appointments, but no one seems interested; it’s been weeks. Have you been hit by the curse of an overvaluation? Overpriced properties can sit [……]
What Your Tenants Need to Know on Moving-In Day Want to get your new tenancy off to a good start and safeguard against future disputes? Then here are some important things you should tell your tenants on moving-in day. Let’s face it, finding good tenants and getting all the relevant paperwork ready for a new tenancy is hard work. As well as arranging viewings and [……]
How to Work Out the Value of Your Property If you’re planning to sell your property, the first question that you’ll inevitably ask is how much it’s worth. Your home may be invaluable to you and your loved ones, but it’s also got a market value. But how is a property valued? Is there a magic formula? How does an agent decide its worth? And [……]
How to Maximise your Budget and Buy Your Dream Home Buying a home comes with a lot of dreams, needs and wants, but there’s another consideration, too – budget. Whether you’re taking your first step on the property ladder or moving onto bigger and better things, how can you make every pound count? Maximising your budget might seem impossible; after all, a downstairs WC is a [……]
Your Alternative Guide to the World Cup Can’t stand football? Wouldn’t dream of tuning into this year’s World Cup in Qatar? Here’s a list of four things you can do instead. If you’d rather watch paint dry than the World Cup, then we’ve got you covered. Here’s a guide to tuning out when the tournament is on. Blitz your Christmas shopping This is your chance [……]
Why Now Is the Right Time to Get Rent Protection Insurance The rental market is a tough place to be, especially in the current economic climate. With the cost of living crisis leaving many tenants feeling squeezed, now could be the right time for landlords to invest in rent protection insurance. But is it really worth it, or just another expense? In this two-minute read, [……]
Keep Calm and Carry On: Dealing with Property Chain Uncertainty The economic events of recent months have prompted plenty of to-ing and fro-ing in the housing market. While some buyers and sellers in Seaford have paused to consider their situations, others have put their foot on the gas to get deals swiftly across the line. While this flurry of activity may be making headlines in [……]
Tips for Keeping Seaford Pets Happy on Bonfire Night Remember, remember the 5th of November… when the sky lights up, the bangs and booms of fireworks disturb your TV time, and your poor pets are driven to distraction by noise and flashing lights. Yes folks, it’s Bonfire Night and whilst we all enjoy oohing and ahhing at pretty fireworks, spare a thought for pet owners [……]
Are You Putting Your Rental Investment at Risk? There’s a lot to think about when you are a landlord. You’ve got the ever-changing rules around rental property to consider. Then there’s ensuring your property is well maintained and your tenants are happy. Add to that the cost of living crisis, pressures on the economy and political instability, and you could be forgiven for thinking, ‘what’s [……]
Six DIY Tips That Will Save You Money on Your Energy Bills With winter around the corner, there’s still time to make changes at home to minimise your energy usage and save on your bills. There’s no getting around it: we’ll all be paying more for our energy this winter. But by making a few simple changes at home, you can trim back your energy [……]
