But less well known is gazundering, an immoral practice, becoming increasingly frequent. This is when a sale that has been negotiated, has reached the point of an exchange of contracts, when it is reneged on. At this very last moment, the buyer substantially reduces their...
“It is unwise to pay too much, but it is worse to pay too little. When you pay too much, you lose a little money...
New data has revealed that tenant demand for private rented accommodation is continuing to rise. The Government’s plans to reduce tax relief on buy-to-let mortgage interest, announced in the 2015 Summer Budget, compounded by an increase in stamp duty on new purchases, provoked uncertainty amongst landlords...
In these difficult economic times, one way of introducing an income from your home, is to consider having a lodger. You can receive up to £4,250 a year, tax free (£2,125 if letting jointly), under the Government’s ‘Rent a Room Scheme’. The ‘Rent a Room Scheme’,...
The most important factor, in any family with young children, The Buyer’s ‘wish list’ before viewing properties, in their particular area, is good state schools. With the average cost of sending a child to a private school, at almost £13,200 a year, it has become more...
Question: How does one ensure that the garden is sunny, when house hunting? Answer: When deciding to buy a home, never forget to bring a compass with you to assess the amount and timing of sunlight in the garden, in case the sun is not shining...
Question: When there is a dispute with a neighbour, should a Vendor advise the Buyers, or say nothing? Answer: It is advisable to endeavour to resolve any neighbour disputes, whether it is in regard to the building of a brick boundary wall, fence repairs, or tree...
If you are looking at a simple way, of making your home more attractive to today’s buyer, consider a kitchen garden, as a selling feature, even for luxury homes and well-to-do families. With the rising cost of food, planting your own vegetables and fruit, not only...
When you buy a property, you need to know exactly what you are getting. It may have a number of problems that you do not notice, but a qualified member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), can help you to see potential costly...
Home owners, deciding to introduce a pet to the home, should not take the decision lightly. Pets can have a big impact on the fabric of the home and ultimately, the value, when you come to sell. It is easy to focus on the positive side...