Downsizing is typically a term used to describe people moving to a smaller home. More often than not, children have flown the nest and parents are looking for a more manageable property. Other reasons for downsizing can also include separation, divorce,…
It can feel like an eternity when you’re trying to sell your home. People can miss out on their dream properties when time isn’t on their side. No matter the amount of advice from an agent and a flurry of viewings, it can be…
Despite the second lockdown you can still safely move to a new house. Prospective property buyers and sellers will be pleased to know that it is business as usual with estate agents and removals companies, with all involved having social distancing and safety…
Back in July, Chancellor Rishi Sunak revealed that the government were imposing a stamp duty holiday. The temporary holiday is in place until the 31st March 2021 and means anyone buying a property up to the value of £500,000 before this date will not…
More than 80% of UK homeowners rank selling a home as the number one most stressful life event. Beating organising a wedding or starting a new job, the property buying and selling process is the number one fear inducer. However, it should be remembered…
Selling your home can seem overwhelming, where do you even start? Our guide takes you through the entire process, from deciding to sell up to completion. Assess your finances Before you even consider selling your home, mull over whether it is financially…
Divorces are stressful and upsetting. How your children will be impacted and where you are going to live can be two of the biggest anxieties facing many people going through the process. However, legal bodies will always put children first and you can be…
When buying or selling a house there is a lot to consider, reams of paperwork, scary financial decisions and legal binding contracts. It can be overwhelming. Add to this the plethora of estate agent lingo clients are expected to absorb and it can be…
It is generally accepted that buying a property is expensive, especially when stamp duty comes into play. However, very few people are aware of the costs involved when selling too. From EPCs to estate agent commission – there are several costs we completely…
What is a private sale? Many people sell their homes privately when they do not want an estate agent, or any third-party agent, involved. Every step of the sales process that is usually undertaken by an agent including advertising, arranging viewings and…
