The rules surrounding some major aspects of renting property in the UK changed in a dramatic way recently. They will make a great difference to every private landlord and must be adhered to by the landlord and their agents. Section 21 evictions which were known as ‘no fault’ have now been abolished and are illegal. […]
Homes
Getting To See The Houses On The Market
There seems to be some strange arrangement amongst estate agents these days – they refuse resolutely to show anyone around a property if they have one to be sold that isn’t actually on the market yet. This seems such a backward way to operate. In the ‘good old days’ i.e. in my youth, one of […]
Homes
As Safe As Houses – A Lovely Feeling
We are so incredibly lucky in this country – you have to really want to live off grid or be seriously unlucky to find yourself homeless. For the most part, we are able to live in a family home until we reach adulthood, when we first rent a room or flat and make our first […]
Homes
Sudden Rise In Housing Advertisements
Every few years there seems to be an upsurge in house building and with it, a massive rise in the aount of tv and social media advertising. This last few weeks has seen an incredible campaign. Strangely though, the ads on the major video media that I follow have all been long winded, very attractive […]
Homes
Marketing Houses Has Changed But The Results Remain the Same
One of the joys of life when you don’t have too many other pressing obligations is to sit and look through the local estate agent web sites for a glimmer of what’s currently on the market around you. The avid fascination of what the houes look like on the inside – quite wonderful these days. […]
Homes
The Overwhelming Joy of A New House – Whatever Its Size
There are millions of homes being built all across our home counties now. So many folk and families want to buy new homes that developers are struggling to keep up with demand. Apparently. It is quite clear though that as each phase comes on the market, there are more buyers for them. Sometimes there are […]
Homes
Making Sure The Garden Is Safer In Winter
There are so many little jobs you need to look at as winter approaches. Now that the freezing weather can appear any night, it’s definitely best to get the grubby jobs out of the way and anything that requires tools or equipment are easier managed in less cold/wet weather. Take the guttering for example. Some […]
Rental
Before Renting Out A Property – Check Current Rules for Landlords
Before anyone becomes a landlord, whether male or female, these days, there are basic rules to be thought about before any action is taken. Even if the tenant – the person renting the flat from you, is a relative. If money is to be passing hands, then this becomes a legal tenancy and the rules […]
Homes
How Much Does it Really Cost To Move House? You Need a Moving Costs Calculator
Moving house is one of life’s biggest transitions, and while it can be exciting, the financial side often comes as an unwelcome surprise. From estate agent fees to packing boxes and van hire, the expenses quickly add up. That’s why many homeowners and renters turn to a moving costs calculator to get a clearer picture […]
Homes
Need To Banish Blocked Drains in Abingdon? Check Out These Smart Solutions for Local Homes
A clogged drain can disrupt even the smoothest-running household, leaving you with slow water flow, unwanted smells, and the stress of possible water damage. It’s a common problem for homeowners and businesses across the UK, and with the constant threat of flash flooding and rising water-levels, it’s clear the issue might be more persistent than […]