Regional Property Market Update Spring 2022: Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire
Standing firm 2022 has started strongly. Sales volumes in January are predicted to be 10% higher than their long- term (2012–2021) average and, except for a year ago, are the strongest since 2007 (Dataloft, HMRC). Buyer demand remains steadfast, up 16% year-on-year (Rightmove). Property price growth continues to be sustained; annual price growth in the […]
How to Inject Colour into Your Home This Spring
Spring has officially sprung! This means it’s time to get rid of the heavy fabrics, dark colours and fluffy blankets and embrace natural materials, lighter fabrics and brighter shades in your home. Here are our top tips to inject colour into your home this spring: Paint your front door Consider a new shade for […]
How to Find the Right Tenant for Your Property
If you’re thinking of becoming a landlord, finding the right tenant for your property is crucial. Here are our top 10 tips to find the right tenant for you. 1. Make sure your property is in top condition No tenant wants to move into a run-down property, nor are they likely to want to […]
Blooming Lovely: top spring gardens
Spring has arrived, and with summer just around the corner, flowers are blooming, and the focus is turning to gardens. In celebration, we discover homes with spectacular spring gardens guaranteed to inspire. Littlehampton, West Sussex – £950,000 This large three-bedroom detached bungalow has been lovingly finished to a superb standard throughout. Thanks to the […]
Prepare Your Home for Spring: Home Décor Tips
Spring is here! With the new season comes longer, brighter days after a cold and gloomy winter, prompting many people to start thinking about selling their homes. Statistics and many of our agents suggest the best time to sell your house is from mid-February until the end of June. This season brings all sorts of […]
15 Cleaning Tips to Make Your Home Move-In Ready
Your new home is the perfect opportunity for a fresh, clean start! There are plenty of services available for you to have your home professionally cleaned, however, it may not be something you’ve considered when budgeting. Luckily, for those of us with no choice but to do the dirty work ourselves, there are many ways […]
Over 400 members attend Guild Conference and Awards
The Guild of Property Professionals recently held our first in-person conference and awards ceremony since the pandemic started in 2020. Over 400 attended the conference, which was held at the QEII Centre in Westminster, London. Iain McKenzie, CEO of The Guild of Property Professionals, said: “It was great to be back together again and […]
International Women’s Day: Women in Estate Agency
International Women’s Day is a global annual event, on Tuesday 8th March, celebrating women’s achievements, raising awareness against bias and taking action for equality. Together we can forge women’s equality and collectively we can all #BreakTheBias. According to Forbes magazine, reflecting on the findings of UK government research, organisations with more female leaders on their […]
The Guild partners with Agents Giving
In July 2020, The Guild of Property Professionals started using the size of its network to make a difference by donating £50 to Agents Giving for every successful referral completed. With a network of approximately 800 independent estate agencies, the financial benefit to the charity has been significant! Since the initiative’s inception, The Guild has […]
6 Things To Look For When Purchasing An Old Property
When it comes to buying residential property, homebuyers divide into two camps: those who prefer the modern comforts of a new-build home and those who adore old houses. Of course, there are many obvious advantages to purchasing a brand new home but if it’s architectural character and a sense of history you’re after, period properties […]
