Downsizers are emerging as increasingly influential players in the property market, with a growing number of over-55s selling up and buying less expensive properties. What do downsizers, a growing force in the housing market, want? Check out this two-minute read to find out.

Guaranteed rent or guaranteed stress? As a busy landlord juggling a portfolio of multiple properties, you might be thinking about ways to reduce your workload or secure a regular income. Have promises of guaranteed rent enticed you? Landlords don’t be fooled, in this two-minute read, we uncover why guaranteed rend isn't always the answer.

Smartening up your kitchen is an excellent way to wow buyers and add value. If you can’t afford a full-scale high-end refurbishment, try these cost-saving DIY tips. Discover how to make your kitchen look fresh and modern without spending a fortune in this two-minute read.

When selling your property, there are two magic words everyone wants to hear: ‘cash buyer’. They come with promises of a quick sale process, no chain and are, quite frankly, the pot of gold at the end of the property-selling rainbow. In this three-minute read, we look at some of the pros and cons of cash buyers.

Well, what a weekend that was. Street parties, gatherings in the park, the purple bunting, egg and cress sandwiches, union jack flags, cheese and pineapple on cocktail sticks, and let's not forget the trifle – the Platinum Jubilee Party. And no decent party is worth its salt without a game or a quiz.

Did you know that lots of people pay more for their phone bills, car insurance or Wi-Fi simply because the thought of changing providers is too stressful? This is the same for landlords and switching agents. This two-minute read looks at why landlords should change letting agents and how it can benefit them.

Children are bundles of energy, who love to run, jump, touch and taste. Unfortunately, sometimes this curiosity can lead to accidents at home. Make child safety a priority in your home by following these useful tips. A two-minute read.

If you’re new to mortgages, you’ll be forgiven for feeling a little bit overwhelmed. There’s a lot to sort out before applying for one and there are so many different types – it’s hard to know what to go for. In this quick read, we demystify mortgages and explain some of the jargon you might come across.

The cost-of-living predicament is threatening the budgets of many Harborne households. To add insult to injury, the possibility of a recession on the horizon could add another nail in the coffin of people’s wealth and savings. Harborne rentals aren’t perfect, yet in many ways, they go a long way to help – let us tell you why.

Being a first-time landlord can feel daunting. There’s a lot to do before you can get your property rented out – such as repairs, legal obligations, admin, tenant-finding, contract signing, and so on. But don't fret, in this three-minute read, we discuss some of the essential steps you need to take before renting out your property.

With uncertainty in the property market and, quite frankly, the world, you, like many people, may have decided that you'll not move house just now. But you must've had reasons for thinking about moving in the first place, right? What if you need more space? what is involved in extending your home? Where do you even start?

You may have heard of the minimalism movement. You might have even watched the Netflix documentary. But for those of you that have no idea what it's about, read on for a general explanation.