2016

If you are moving into, or own, a rented property you know that heating is a necessity. No matter how many jumpers you have on, with the colder seasons fast approaching the dropping temperatures usually mean higher energy bills. Whether you’re a renter or a landlord these energy-efficient fixes could save you a significant amount of money off your monthly heating bill. Draught Excluder Windows...

Forget the new home signs and the doormats, it’s time to buy those new home owners gifts that they will come to cherish forever and add a little something extra to their new property. Here are the six perfect presents for new home owners… 1. Something personalised People instantly want to make their home their own, so why not pick them up a personalised gift to adorn their house with?...

In order to be an effective landlord, there are a number of tasks that you need to take care. Here are 12 things a landlord needs to do well. Be aware of lettings legislation Many new landlords are not aware or are surprised by the amount of legislation and legal requirements associated with being a landlord. There is a need to ensure that the property is safe and this requires safety certificates to...

By their forties, most European investors have already begun thinking of creating a personal wealth fund – in other words, a source of regular income – to secure a comfortable life following retirement. One viable way to get such a source of income is to build an investment portfolio. George Kachmazov, managing partner at Tranio.com provides a breakdown of the...

An important part of preparing your house to sell is staging the house. This will help you achieve the goal of selling fast and for top dollar. The fact is that it is important to make your home appealing to potential buyers by wiping away all signs that a family actually lives there. Why? If they can picture themselves there, chances are your home will sell faster. Choosing professionals who deal in the...

For many, the thought of becoming a landlord is incredibly appealing. There is the potential to make ongoing rental income from a major asset that, in itself, has the potential to grow financially. However, entering into property investment without first researching your legal and other requirements. While it is a legal requirement that you have regular safety checks on electrical and gas appliances, there...

After many years of operating a family business it’s time to move on. It’s not that the clientele are dwindling away but rather the fact that the area has lost its attraction for one reason or another. Sometimes the family business has been passed down from generation to generation and in your younger years you had always aspired to live by the ocean or to go somewhere where the winters are...

A few years ago, the idea of tiny living took the world by storm. People from all over the U.S. became almost obsessed with the idea of living in a tiny home on a temporary or permanent foundation. This movement was fueled by the already popular idea of minimalism and, all at once, several TV shows on channels like TLC began airing stories of people who were in search of tiny homes. But, now, a new tiny...

The average selling price of a house in London is around £550,000. Fair enough? That’s the price you pay for living in the country’s capital, being near major businesses, schools, malls and great sights. That’s about double the average price of houses from the rest of England and Wales which are around £270,000. You can bag a place in London if you have £600,000 in the...

Buying an apartment complex can be a fantastic way to earn some investment income. Multi-family properties are a great source of cash flow, as you can earn monthly rental income as well as potentially qualifying for some incentives when it comes time to file your taxes. However, if you opt to buy an apartment complex it’s imperative that you understand that there are some special considerations...