Commencing duties as a landlord can be a daunting task. There is a bewildering amount of legislation and best practices to keep up with. While you are busy ensuring things are going smoothly, it’s easy to overlook things coming your way and keep up to speed with the latest changes in landlord legislation.
Are you thinking of becoming a landlord or just want a practical checklist when viewing potential properties? Here are our top buy-to-let tips. If you have a property to let or want to expand your portfolio then get in touch today.
For many of us, it's a goal in life to own our own home. But that is not how the Millennials and Gen Z do it. There is far less convention and structure in the path of life for these younger generations. So is it imperative to get on the housing ladder? Why are there so many ladders that we must climb to be successful in life?
Last week the Bank of England increased interest rates to 2.25% and they are expected to be 3.25% by early next year. This increase will make the monthly mortgage payments more expensive for first-time buyers, an issue dubbed by some as the 'property affordability crunch.' Let's explore this further in this 2-minute read.
Selling an inherited property can be a daunting prospect at the best of times. First, there is the emotional impact of dealing with the loss of a relative or friend. And then there are the legal responsibilities, paperwork and financial matters to consider…
A beautifully presented first-time buyer or investment opportunity in Harborne! The property is well located within walking distance of Harborne High Street with great transport links to QE hospital and Birmingham city centre.
The dreaded property chain can cause chaos, tripping you up at the last minute. Here we take a look at the steps you can take to make things run more smoothly if you have to buy and sell at the same time.
Before you sell your home it’s highly important to get an accurate valuation. Getting its true worth allows you to know the amount to expect from it and the asking price you need to come up with. An accurate valuation of your home before you sell has its benefits.
We often have lofty ideas for our properties when they are on sale and while this is not such a bad thing, these ideas might not pan out as we planned.
Are you considering renting out your property? Well, is your property ready to be rented out? Confused? Don’t be! You need to make sure that your property is clean, presentable and appealing before potential tenants start visiting the property. Right from leaking walls to a backyard filled with dirt, any small point can put off the visitors. It
The demand for rental properties in the UK is quite high nowadays. This is mostly due to higher house deposits, and tougher mortgage rules making it difficult for people to buy their own homes.
If you haven't ever bought a home of your own, it can seem like a very mysterious process. What are you supposed to do? And in what order? How do you know if you can buy a property or not? It's like a big secret. So, in this article, we will shed some light on the process and show how you go about buying your own home.