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Statistics show empty houses are more difficult to sell as most people find it hard to envisage how a space can be set up.   It can also be the case if a room is overly cluttered – potential buyers can find it hard to see beyond all the stuff. So, the first rule for staging – less is more, but remember there needs to be balance. As sometimes less can be just that – less. &...

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When any potential buyer views your home for the first time it really is a make-or-break situation. This means it can be pretty daunting – if you are stressing about viewings have a chat with your agent as they should be able to conduct viewings for you.   A viewing is a way for you to wow potential buyers and show off the property. You need to make that all-im...

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Planning for the future? Are you thinking of moving and looking for your next home? Finding the perfect property can be mind-boggling and searching can be disheartening, but keep at it. Take it step by step and use the below tips to help you find your dream home. Your budget You’re looking to move but are unsure about what you can afford. You should get a few appraisals from local estate a...

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Are you downsizing? You may be looking to buy a smaller home that needs less maintenance. Or you might be looking to spend less on your mortgage. You’ve retired and don’t need as much space. Whatever the reason, one thing is the same. Everyone who is downsizing will need to declutter. This can be a lot, and you may struggle to know where to begin. Don’t panic, below a...

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Unfortunately, rental scams can be fairly commonplace within the UK housing market. There are several reasons why this is, but the main leading factor is that most of the transaction is done online nowadays, allowing room for malpractice and fraudulent activity.  There are a few key factors to look out for when considering your next move, take a look at the list belo...

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There aren’t many things more exciting than buying a home with your partner. If you’ve been living apart, or you have been saving up to have something you can call ‘yours’ for many years, it is a really exciting time as your new home purchase finally gets underway. Before jumping into buying a property with your partner though, there are things to consider. With more and...

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The New Year often sparks off the desire in people to make a fresh start and improve their life in some way. This can often mean changing their environment for something fresh and new by selling their house and moving to a new home. This desire for change will often see a flurry of activity getting the house prepared to go on the market, and research shows that March is the most popular month for...

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Renting isn’t easy. Finding the right tenants and making sure your house is suitable to be rented out can be tricky, but there are ways to make it easier. When potential tenants come to view a property there are things that can make it stand out amongst the rest, for good reasons and for bad. So just how can you get your property rental ready? Here are eight ways to delight new tenants a...

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Spring is a great time of the year to sell your home. The long nights and frosty mornings of winter are in the past and the sun is starting to shine. If you are planning to sell, spring is the perfect time to update your home. With more sunlight and warmer temperatures, a spring refresh can completely change your living area and impress those all-important buyers.   Add a Little Colour Em...

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Getting your home ready to sell quickly can be challenging when you decide it is time to sell up and move on. This is especially true if you cannot move out while you sell and need to keep living in your property while holding viewings. In most cases, people will outgrow their property and hold on to many belongings and furniture that they want to take with them when they move. However, keeping a...

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