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Buying
Buying a Property at Auction: All You Need to Know
Buying a home at auction is becoming increasingly popular, but is it as easy as it looks on "Homes Under the Hammer"? Let us explain a bit more.
Buying
Protect Yourself from Gazumping: Home Buyers Urged to Take Action
Gazumping is on the rise, affecting a significant number of home buyers. Currently, a staggering 37% of buyers are being gazumped, a figure that has increased by 6% over the past two years.
Selling
Surprising Factors That Influence Your Home's Selling Price
When it comes to selling your home, most people understand that size, location, and condition play significant roles in determining its value.
Buying
The Five Most Popular Period Property Styles with Home-Buyers
Victorian homes reign supreme as the most searched-for property style on Rightmove, revealing a clear preference among home-buyers for distinct and timeless design features.
Market updates
Where is it Cheaper to Buy Than Rent?
In today's housing market, a third of homes for sale are cheaper to buy than rent, with the average first-time buyer saving £93 a month on mortgage repayments compared to renting.
Buying
How to Manage Your Property Chain
You've found your perfect home. But what if there's a break in your property chain and everything stalls? Here's how to keep your purchase on track.
Buying
Want to Make Money in Property? Buy a House with an Avocado Bathroom and Artex Ceilings and You Can Quadruple Your Investment
Investing in homes with outdated decor, such as avocado bathrooms and Artex ceilings, is a lucrative strategy for property hunters looking to quadruple their money, according to leading experts in the field, as these properties offer:
Market updates
Spring Selling Season Sees House Prices Reach New Record
The average asking price of a home in Great Britain has surged to a new high this month, rising to just above £375,000, reflecting a 0.8% increase. Historically, the spring months mark the peak period for the housing market, often accompanied by rising prices.
Home and moving
Moving with Pets
With all the planning, packing and a sense of the unknown, moving house is stressful enough for us humans - so just imagine how confusing it is for our pets.
Home and moving
How to save water at home and lower your bills
Smart showers with apps that track usage and a range of more streamlined products make it easier than ever to tap into an efficient bathroom.
Buying
Questions to Ask During a House Viewing
Gain insights into the motivation behind the sale, which can provide context about the urgency and potential negotiation points.
Buying
Considering a fixer-upper or a home that is already renovated?
So, you've stumbled upon a house in the perfect spot, but it's not quite the right size or style for your family.