Over the next two years, house prices in London are predicted to fall by 10%. This drop in prices has come after the Chancellors ‘mini-budget’ which sent the mortgage market into a downward spiral as well as causing the pound to drop in value. A ‘year of pain’ is being Read More ->
One in three estate agency sales falls through in the modern property selling market. With auctions, there is a minimised risk of this happening as once the bidding is complete and the gravel falls; the auction buyer must exchange contracts straight away and pay a non-refundable reservation fee. This ensures Read More ->
When you undergo a change of address, knowing who to inform when moving house can be overwhelming and if you don’t update certain parties, you won’t just lose mail – you could be fined! It’s so important to stay on top of your subscriptions, policies and government bodies. Are you Read More ->
Since 2021, more than 140,000 British National Hong Kongers have applied to emigrate to Britain through the British National Overseas (BN(O)) Route. As a result, certain areas within Britain have seen a dramatic increase in the number of Hong Kong communities, and the property market has undergone a boom in Read More ->
Selling your house can be a stressful time and can leave you with questions surrounding the house selling process. And whilst the work that estate agents do is incredibly helpful, when it comes to the fees you can be in for a bit of a shock. You end up asking Read More ->
If you’re wondering ‘how to value a house’ you are probably selling your home, transferring ownership or switching your mortgage provider. Valuing your house is a necessary first step, normally completed by an estate agent, valuations are pretty straightforward. In this article, we will be covering when you should get Read More ->
If you are purchasing a new home, selling an old home or you run a commercial business, understanding what an Electrical Safety Certificate is, and how it relates to you is highly important. In the UK, failing to get an electrical safety certificate and failing to comply with the recommendations Read More ->
Buying a house will be one of the most expensive investments you make in your lifetime. This is true whether you’re buying for the first or umpteenth time. Overall, property purchases don’t come cheap and it’s essential to do your homework and investigate each potential property on your list carefully Read More ->
Energy prices are surging across the world. In April 2022, the UK energy price cap increased by 54% for the average household – and is set to increase by a further 80% in October. Cornwall Insight has also predicted that the country will see more increases throughout 2023, and even Read More ->
Liz Truss and her new Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng are currently drawing up plans to abolish stamp duty amongst a string of tax cuts according to The Times. The plan to slash stamp duty is part of a wider plan to help kickstart the economy, alongside axing plans to raise corporation Read More ->
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