Almost three quarters (73 per cent) of landlords have experienced an escape of water incident in their properties over the last five years.
It has cost landlords £458 on average to pay an emergency contractor to deal with the immediate consequences of an escape of water incident.
January and February are the peak months for frozen pipes and...
New data from community-sharing app OLIO reveals an impressive 81% of its users are pledging to step up their eco-credentials in 2022
Over a quarter (27%) of the app’s 2.3 million-strong UK community say protecting the planet for future generations is one of their biggest motivators, as well as a desire to live a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle (26%)
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Marketing tools have evolved in response to changing trends and circumstances. Technology, of course, has played a significant role in this.
Real estate marketing is difficult because there is no end-product in under-construction properties.
Although it was ready to move in, it was a breeze to sell. However, in the shifting reality, technology will take over most marketing.
Due to the lockdown,...
To buy or sell a home, you need to go through the conveyancing process — a legal procedure of transferring ownership rights from one person to another.
The conveyancing process for new builds is more complex than for older properties since the risks of something going wrong tends to be higher.
You may want to find a good conveyancing solicitor as...
Buying a home is a big decision. It is a life-changing investment. Yes, you will have to draw money from your bank account. But, more importantly, you are making an important commitment to where you want to spend the next few (if not more!) years of your life.
Your house will witness some truly pivotal moments, from the birth of...
As the temperatures decrease and the price of gas increases, there are a number of ways you can save on your energy bill this winter without shivering in your boots.
Ofgem reported that from October those who are on default tariffs paying by direct debit will see an increase of £139 from £1,138 to £1277.
Those additional pounds can add up...
Just about everyone these days knows of someone who has sold their property via an online estate agency. And, as they grow in popularity, more people than ever before are using them.
Online vs High Street / Traditional Estate Agents
Certainly, with ‘headline figure’ low fees and masses of exposure – online estate agents seem like a fantastic option compared to...
There are both pros and cons to refinancing your mortgage. Today, we’ll examine the top factors that can influence your decision, as well as how to make the best of these circumstances:
Did You Get Duped On Your Mortgage?
Today, you can find numerous guidelines on how to choose the right mortgage for your situation. Unfortunately, most first-time homebuyers tend to...
Most DYI projects do not need planning permission from the council, however, it’s always a good idea to check that there aren’t any rules or restrictions in place before you start.
This applies to painting the exterior of your house. Depending on where you live, you might need to apply for permission before you paint your house or other outdoor...
How to invest in a UK property
If you’re thinking about making a financial investment, property is a safe bet when compared to higher-risk options such as online stocks, bonds and cryptocurrencies.
Although house prices can rise and fall, just the same as shares, buying somewhere for a family member to live in or to rent out to paying tenants, will...