Regional Property Market Update Autumn 2022: East Midlands
Market moderation Over 100,000 sales have taken place each month to date in 2022, according to the Bank of England; a feat achieved only twice in the last fifteen years (2014 and 2017). While demand remains higher than pre-pandemic times, mortgage approvals–considered a forerunner for demand–have eased back in recent months. The Bank of England […]
Autumn 2022 Market Report: A New Prime Minister
With the cost-of-living crisis dominating the headlines, the response of our new Prime Minister will be critical in navigating the road ahead. Sales Market moderation Over 100,000 sales have taken place each month to date in 2022, according to the Bank of England; a feat achieved only twice in the last fifteen years (2014 […]
Why Autumn is a Good Time to Move Home
The changing of seasons tends to bring around a renewed mindset and a desire for a change of scenery. If the weather cooling down has you thinking about kicking back and cosying up in a new living room, there’s no need to wait as autumn could be one of the best seasons to start the […]
Your Guide to Letting to Students
For sustained demand, longer rental periods and high yields, renting to students is a great option for landlords – especially if your property is located in a major city where there’s no shortage of students. However, before you start your journey there are a few things you’ll need to bear in mind… Which properties […]
Creative Ways to Play with Lighting in your Home
Each room in your home serves a different function, and your lighting choices should reflect that. Here are some creative ways to illuminate dark corners and bring dull rooms back to life with excellently placed lighting around your home. Accent lighting Well-placed lighting is the best way to accentuate all your home’s best features. Backlit […]
Buying to Renovate: Our Top Tips
Build your dream home and jump a few steps up the property ladder, without breaking the bank on a spot in your ideal location. Here are our top tips on buying to renovate: Think about your budget The first step in buying a property to renovate is working out exactly what you can afford. It’s […]
Lettings: How to Maximise Your Property to Let
As a buy-to-let landlord, you have made a significant investment in a highly valuable asset, so it makes sense to maximise your rental income and make a profit. Here are our top tips to help you achieve your goals. Expand your market The key to any investment is understanding your market and potential demographic. When […]
Renovations Worth Investing In
If you’ve lived in your home for a number of years, it may be time to relish in the opportunity to improve, extend, redecorate or redesign. Whether you plan on staying or someday selling, we’ve gathered a list of renovations that are worth investing in. Updating your kitchen Making the kitchen the heart of […]
Top Tips to Make Your Home Look More Spacious
Whether you feel like the walls are closing in on you or you’re simply in need of an interior touch-up, creating space is one of the best ways to enhance your home with the open airiness you’ve been missing. Here are our top tips… Exposed leg furniture and low pieces To tie your room together […]
How to Introduce Nature to Your City Home
There is such thing as getting too immersed in city life, and amidst the hustle and bustle, you may find yourself feeling out of touch without the beauty and freshness of nature in your surroundings. Here are some tips to help you feel better connected with nature for your home in the city. 1. Change […]
