2016

So, you're relocating abroad – lucky you! But with moving house rated as the most stressful things you can do, you can only imagine the stress that could come with moving to a new country. You may be waving goodbye to rainy England and saying hello to a sunny new adventure in another country, but at the same time you need to transport your life across seas, not just postcodes.   While...

Students are known for being good tenants – they’re likely to pay their rent on time, as they often have a guarantor, and your property will almost always be in high demand, if you buy in the right location. Whether you own a portfolio of student properties, or you’re entering the sector for the first time, it is important to know how to target this type of tenant and offer...

It’s the stuff of many a dream- setting up your own independent shop or café, filled with brightly coloured accessories and brimming with customers. But sadly, for many it’s a dream that’s short lived and can take years to recover from- we’ve all heard the stories of quaint coffee shops that close down within a year, regardless of how great their brew and pastries. Often...

Chinese investors are recognising the good fortune the EU Referendum could bring to the property market. It’s been the subject of family feuds, insults on social media and spread a general state of panic across the UK- but Brexit has been great news for Chinese investors. While it sent the finance world into flux, wise investors from the Far East were spotting an opportunity to make some serious...

Most frequently people are excited about the move, and especially if their company is enlarging. While employees may enjoy a couple of extra days-off the head of the company will be dealing with lots of issue connected to the relocation and taking care of all details. You already understand that to move your office efficiently you need to be very focused and careful. Below we prepared five easy tips that...

Too often home buyers overlook inspecting the plumbing before buying a home and end up paying for expensive and unbudgeted repairs. Sellers can only disclose what they know about. If you don’t know what to look out for, you may miss tell-tale signs that can foretell serious and expensive plumbing issues.  While a plumbing issue may not be enough reason to abandon a purchase, you can at least...

For those of us who are responsible for a home, whether that be renting, new buyers, or homeowners, home security is absolutely paramount. It is a priority that we should never let subside. The most important aspect of home security is making sure that every single area is accounted for. From simply checking each window and door before bed to ensure it’s locked, to installing appropriate measures...

Homes are special places. They’re where we retire to after a long day at work, and they’re the buildings we raise our families in and share with our friends. But, besides from what a house represents emotionally, it’s also a huge financial asset. For this reason, it’s a good idea to improve and add to your house so that you can increase its worth if you decide to sell. Sound like...

Being a landlord is not at all easy. If you have handled this job, you would know that managing your tenants is an absolute nightmare. Apart from having to visit them several times to collect the rent, you will also have to listen to their endless complaints and find solutions to their various problems. The worst thing about these issues is the expenses that you have to deal with. Traveling to collect...

You've been captured by the spell of the mountains. You've decided to make your dream a reality and do something about that ski property for sale in 4 Valleys. But don't just settle for anything. If you are investing in a ski property, you want the best option for your money. Here's how to get the best property that will serve you well for seasons to come. WHAT TYPE OF PROPERTY SHOULD YOU BUY? You...