House Buyer Bureau
15.      Downgraded Ofsted Rating: -0.5% (£1,140) According to research conducted by Surrey University, if you’re closest school’s Ofsted rating is downgraded by one point, this will hit nearby homes with a house price depreciation of 0.5%. However, every single point increase in Ofsted rating is also worth 0.5%. 14.       Unlucky No.13: -2.3% (£7,000) When compared with neighbouring...
Often viewed as natural extensions of the house, patios are used for many purposes from outdoor kitchens, bars and dining areas to private relaxation spots. In addition to al fresco dining and entertaining in summer, a patio can also serve as a recreational spot in autumn with a fireplace or a fire pit installed. But the key to making the...
London at the Oscars Inforgraphic Preview
Some say London is the capital of Europe - some go as far as saying it's the capital of the world. With so much history, amazing architecture and so much diversity, it's no wonder so many movies are filmed here. We take a look at 10 of the top Oscar winning movies that featured London locations. You may be surprised...
Heating bills
When heating bills seem to keep going up and up, it can be hard to know how you can save money – particularly when you and your family want to be warm. But small things can have a big impact over time on your heating bill. You can start to save money straight away by lagging a hot water pipe,...
In this article you will get 7 Ways to Improve Security in your Apartment Block including motion sensor alarms and the latest CCTV systems...
How to screen tenants
You have advertised your rental property and find yourself inundated with enquiries from potential tenants – hopefully. But you’ve read all those scary stories about the tenants from hell and you don’t want to find yourself in a similar situation. It would be impossible to conduct thorough checks on everyone who has applied and so you need to pre-screen...
Everything You Need to Know About Cohabitation
A specialist buy to let mortgage broker firm is predicting that there could be a spike in financing enquiries over the coming weeks, as landlords rush to meet the October 1st deadline for new licensing laws, concerning Houses of Multiple Occupancy (HMOs). The new rules, announced in March 2018, come under the Licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation (Prescribed Description)...
Lease Extension
Much has changed since the introduction of the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 (the Act) was introduced a full quarter century ago, not least the fact that leaseholders have never been better informed of their rights. There is a wealth of information and guidance out there, ranging from the simple to fiendishly complex. For more information,...
mortgage documents
Every individual out there wants to own a home at some point. This is the ultimate dream, but unfortunately for many individuals, this will not be possible without the assistance of a mortgage. Sure, mortgages are great, because they basically give you the money that you need upfront to buy the home and you just pay the lender back with...
interior
Selling a house is always a tricky proposition - and considering how long a house sale takes, selling a house quickly is even trickier. For those who are looking for a rapid sale of their property, the road to a sale can be winding and confusing. So we’re here to help! Here’s our list of the best ways to sell...