What’s the most Christmassy home in Whiteley?
2 minute read posted by Jane EarleyWhat do Oxford Street in London’s West End, Salerno in Italy and Dyker Heights in Brooklyn have in common? If you’ve answered this question correctly, you’re clearly a fan of festive cheer. These locations are renowned for...
Lettings Trends: What Can Locks Heath Landlords Expect in 2024?
3 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorThere’s no doubt that 2023 was challenging for the private rental sector, but looking ahead, landlords have plenty of reasons to be cheerful. While no one knows precisely what will happen in 2024, economists believe interest...
Sarisbury Green Families are on the Move: What Your Pre-Teen Really Thinks
2 minute read posted by Jane EarleyIf you’re mulling over a move next year, you’ve probably thought of many scenarios, dreams and potential headaches. This includes things like: • How will I get the best price for my home? • Where are the catchment areas...
Season’s Greetings: A Park Gates Landlord’s Guide to Tenant Appreciation
2 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorLandlords are often portrayed as Grinch-like characters. Devoid of fun, lacking humanity and relentlessly greedy. In our experience, working with dozens of landlords across Park Gate and the surrounding areas, this Scrooge...
Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Hold Off Listing Your Locks Heath Property until Spring
3 minute read posted by Jane EarleyIf you’ve decided to put your Locks Heath home on the market in 2024, then there’s one burning question you need to ask yourself. When should I list my property? You may have heard that spring is the best time to list, as...
Is Your Sarisbury Green Rental Property Ready for Winter?
3 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorForecasters predict this winter will be cold and dry – making it likely we’ll get lots of snow. While this is excellent news if you’re a skier, if you’re a landlord, it means there’s no room for complacency when it comes...
Energy Performance Certificates: What Park Gate Sellers Need to Know
3 minute read posted by Jane EarleyIf you’re selling your home, then you’ll need a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for the property. So, here’s a guide explaining what an EPC is and how you can get one. What is it? Think of an EPC as a report card...
Ready for Anything: The Whiteley Landlord’s Emergency Checklist
2 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorAs any experienced letting agent or landlord can advise you, ‘expect the unexpected’ when it comes to rental properties. And that’s why it pays to follow the Scouts’ motto and “be prepared”. Being prepared for any...
Five Conveyancing Tips to Speed Up the Sale of Your Warsash Property
2 minute read posted by Jane EarleyDeciding to sell your home is a big decision that comes with a long list of jobs and responsibilities. Along with decluttering and last-minute DIY, you need to find a good agent (we can help you with that) and speak to a broker if...
The Untold Stories of Landlords: Compassion behind the Contracts
2 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorIn today’s climate, it’s easy to paint landlords with the same brush – viewing them solely as money-grabbing opportunists. As a letting agency that’s part of a network of like-minded agents, we get to see the rental...