Category: Purchase
Tips for moving house with pets
With all the hustle and bustle, it’s really easy to overlook the stress our little furry friends may be experiencing. Don’t fur-get, they’re moving homes too! Although if you have a goldfish, really don’t worry. It will have forgotten the old house by the time it’s swum it’s first circuit! Pets don’t understand why their...
Section 38 agreements explained
An agreement under section 38 of the Highways Act 1980 is a contract made between a developer and a local authority whereby the local authority agrees to adopt a new road constructed by the developer at some point in the future and take over responsibility for maintaining it. If you are buying a newbuild home,...
7 remortgage mistakes
Understanding the most common mistakes people make when remortgaging can save you time and money. There are several mistakes that are frequently made when remortgaging. We go through the top seven remortgage mistakes that we see and explain how to avoid them. Remortgaging is often beneficial, giving you the chance to move to a better...
Minimum C-rating EPC plans for landlords scrapped
The government has scrapped its plans to require rental properties to be more energy efficient. As part of a reduction in commitment to green issues, it now intends to allow landlords to continue letting properties with low energy efficiency ratings. The government previously intended to change the law so that rental properties would have to...
One-third of those moving house are downsizing
A new study has found that one-third of those selling up and moving to a new home are downsizing. For the majority, the reason behind the move is an empty nest. Park home buying company Quickmove Properties surveyed nearly 7,000 UK home sellers who had sold within the previous year, asking them whether the size...
Is Your Home Ready for a New Year Sale? The Complete Guide
As the new year unfolds, it’s a prime opportunity for homeowners to consider embarking on a journey of selling their properties and ushering in a fresh chapter in their lives. If you’re contemplating putting your house on the market, now is the perfect time to start preparing. A well-prepared home not only attracts potential buyers...
Buying a property with an absent freeholder
If you are buying or you already own a leasehold property and the freeholder is absent or cannot be identified, this can cause problems. We take a look at the situation and how to deal with the difficulties it can create. The freeholder, also referred to as the landlord, has a range of obligations in...
10 top ways to improve your credit score before buying a property
If you are hoping to secure a mortgage to buy a property, it is crucial to check that your credit score is as healthy as possible. We look at how to improve your score, giving you access to the best possible mortgage deals. Securing a good interest rate for your mortgage can save you a...
House prices falling at steepest rate for 14 years
Figures released by the country’s biggest mortgage lender Halifax have revealed that UK house prices fell at their sharpest rate for 14 years. The data revealed that an average UK home has fallen in price by £14,000 to £279,659 in just one year. In August alone there was a drop of 4.6% compared to the...
