2015

 When you’re moving out of a rented property, chances are that you’re going to have clean the house to get it ready for the new tenants. You also need to make sure you get as much of your deposit back as possible and the best way to do that is to give the house back to the landlord in as best condition as possible.  There are two ways you can do the end of tenancy cleaning....

  Your holiday home can be an indispensable source of relaxation during the year. When it comes to selling the property, though, its value is determined by more objective criteria. As well as its location and size, the condition of a home is a key factor in its worth.   Nonetheless, research last year from The iProperty Company found that over half of British holiday...

As the prices for power consumption continue to rise, there is a strong need for people to reduce their use of electricity in order to avoid paying a hefty price. Finding the right ways to reduce the electricity that you consume may be too hard for some, especially those who are operating in the comforts of their own home offices. It is possible to power your house for less, but it would require a whole...

I’ll start right out by saying that the answer is usually “no”. But there are exceptions. Retirement accounts are like . . . I don’t know . . . delicious pork barbeque. Once you’ve put all the necessary ingredients on to cook, you don’t have to mess with it a great deal. Time and heat do the rest. Replace “pork” with “money” and “heat”...

One month into 2015, if you are still sticking with your new year's resolution, you should be proud. For those trying to sell their home this year, though, there is no choice but to continue with the long-term plan. As new contenders enter the market, spurred on by their own goal, you will have to maintain your momentum to avoid being overtaken. February is the perfect time, therefore, to perform a...

Estate agent contracts are not just complex, they can cost you time and money. Therefore, you need do all you can to understand what you are signing. The agents want your business so feel free to challenge anything you are not comfortable with. Here are some tips to help you.   Don’t accept percentages on face value   When you accept a percentage without working out the actual amount it...

If you are selling your home in the UK this year, there is one thing affecting the market that you will be all too aware of: the 2015 general election. Uncertainty always surrounds an upcoming vote, as any new party could introduce a drastic new policy that could change the property market or economy significantly. This year, with housing a hot issue in the political debate, the impact...

It’s easy to get overwhelmed when moving house, but there are small things that you’ll have to remember to do amidst the chaos. Some of these details may be considered obvious and basic, but something the obvious things are the ones that get overlooked. If you’re moving house, be sure to tackle these small details as soon as you move into your new home or right before doing so. Double...

First impressions count. Whether you are on a date or going for a job interview, if people decide they do not like what they see, that negative view tends to linger. When it comes to romance, there are plenty more fish in the sea, but when it comes to selling your home, you may not find another buyer. With the majority of house hunting starting online, property listings will be the...

  Market overview From Belfast to the Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland is a popular tourist destination in the United Kingdom. Like many countries, the economy was hit badly in the financial crisis, but the property market has seen growth since, with house prices climbing steadily, fuelled by low supply and climbing demand from local buyers.  The Selling Process Marketing your property The...