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Many landlords start out accidentally, from inheriting a property to moving in with a partner to having no luck selling their previous home. Some are happy to stick with just one rental, but for many others, it’s the start of something bigger as they recognise the opportunities in renting out multiple properties, not least a
A picture might speak a thousand words, but it can also be worth tens of thousands of pounds when it comes to selling your home. We live in a time of short attention spans, and, much like the ruthless culture of dating apps, if your photos don’t catch a buyer’s eye right away, they’ll simply
Inheriting a home is a complex experience, blending the feelings of loss when a loved one dies with the practicalities of managing a newly acquired property. While selling might seem like the straightforward choice, there could be more value in creating a rental investment for a steady income stream and preserving a family asset to
Many homes have that one tricky spot—an awkward nook, an underused room, or a forgotten space that slowly fills with junk. Everyone should enjoy their home exactly as they wish, but, with our selling hat on, we know that the more you make of every corner, the more you’ll add to your sale price. It
Do you really need to carry out mid-tenancy inspections? Well, yes you do, and here’s why. Aside from being an excellent opportunity to nurture the relationship with your tenant, carrying out regular mid-tenancy inspections at least every 6 months means you can: Check that your property isn’t being misused, abused, illegally occupied, home to unauthorised
Nobody scrutinises your home quite as much as a potential buyer, whether it’s the first time they visit or when they return for a second look if they’re considering making an offer. Most homes have a few odd jobs to fix, and we’re all guilty of finding short-term workarounds that eventually lead to forgetting there
You don’t need to spend a fortune to revitalise your rental property’s performance and transform its place in the market. A simple but often overlooked strategy is to target more affluent tenants, and by upgrading the experience of style and comfort, you can raise the income ceiling for your buy-to-let. Fortunately, with some constructive thinking,
One of the biggest decisions you’ll make when selling your home is choosing the right estate agent. Trusted advisor, expert negotiator, creative thinker, marketing guru: these are some of the many skills an estate agent needs to fill you with confidence and make your move as smooth as possible. But with various estate agents in
Many landlords have no idea whether their rental property requires a license, which is why many get caught out. There are different rules around the UK for landlord licences, and local authorities aren’t always as communicative or loud about policy changes as they are around issuing fines! Given the many thousands of pounds in potential
The test of a truly timeless interior design trend is whether you can integrate it into your existing decor, or if you need to restyle your entire home to accommodate the latest fad. For most of us, our homes evolve naturally over time through collecting items we love. And when we want to change things
