August 2017

Grand country homes may look grand from the outside, but can easily look dated and feel unwelcoming on the inside, especially if they have been poorly maintained. Renovating and decorating a grand country house is a huge undertaking, but is the perfect opportunity to improve your home beyond recognition. Turning a stuffy country house into a bright elegant home isn’t easy. It’s a major...

Buying a house is a huge milestone in the average person’s life. Unless you were born into money or made a killing very early on, it takes years of hard work before you are in the financial situation to even consider it. And while some don’t mind delaying this milestone and paying rent on an apartment in the meantime, others feel like they can no longer wait. They have a child on the way, or...

From a long-term perspective, investing in properties can give you the best ROI (return on investment). Having said that, we mean, as a commoner or a small investor, you should give priority to investing in properties. The reason is plain and simple. By investing in properties, you can generate an instant income (if invested in ready to move in properties) and at the same time, the capital invested in the...

It's becoming more and more difficult to find affordable properties in the UK. More people are struggling to get on to the property ladder and even renting is becoming a luxury. With the increased cost of living, more people are seeking an alternative living experience. London is a wonderful city, that has a rich culture and is filled with very interesting people. If you work in London and hate...

Buying a house can be both exciting and stressful, but how do you ensure that you get it right? Read our guide on the top things to consider when buying a property. Attend several viewings Your home is probably the biggest investment you will ever make, so don’t make a snap decision about it after just one viewing. Second, third and even fourth visits can be very helpful in allowing you to spot...

Having a roof over your head is what a home is all about, but how many people actually know what to look for when it comes to a home’s roofing? There are several important elements to inspect before you buy or sell a home, in terms of a safe and sound roof. Luckily, you don’t have to become an expert to be able to spot when a roof is in need of maintenance or repair. Start with these tips and...

Some people like living in the big cities, in buildings close to shops, restaurants, and their workplace. Others love the idea of settling into a rural area where everyone knows each other and the surroundings are always peaceful. But if the large cities are too frenetic (or expensive) for you and rural towns are just too boring, you can pick a middle option and buy real estate in Repentigny and other...

Nobody said becoming a landlord would be easy; however, many newbies totally underestimate how a “what-if” situation could sink your otherwise profitable property. Chances are you've already done your homework or perhaps are already scouting potential locations to play the role of landlord. Maybe you've already pursued your LLC for rental property to keep yourself covered from a legal...

Instagram is a free picture sharing platform. It has 80 million users worldwide and it is becoming more popular all the time. Using the platform can increase your brand visibility and you can productively engage with other Instagram users. The platform was acquired by Facebook in 201.2 and its web presence is growing fast. It is now possible for users to use Instagram online and not only use the mobile...

Whether it’s due to its endless summer, tax free living, amazing quality of life and economic growth Dubai is an exciting place to live and invest in. From an array of ready apartments and villas to off plan Dubai properties the choice for potential investors is endless. So whilst buying property and especially an off plan property is vey exciting it isn't without risk. So what exactly should...