Market overview Wales has a kind of beauty you cannot fully appreciate until you have actually seen it first-hand. From the picturesque valleys to the rugged coastline and the busy streets of the city of Cardiff, Wales has at long last entered the radar of the savvy investor. In terms of property values, house prices on average across Wales grew a solid 4.3 per cent in 2013 and...

A New Year means a new start for most people, which can also include moving to a new home. The busy buying period makes now the perfect time to market your property - particularly if you intend to move somewhere new yourself. Here are seven simple New Year's Resolutions to sell your home: 1. Get your home on the market If your home is not currently on the market, list it as soon as possible to...

Congratulations! You've finally gotten that promotion you've been dreaming of for the last five years. However, the good news comes with a catch -- the new job is in the company headquarters several states away. Rather than spend long stretches of time away from home and your family, you've decided to relocate for the new position. Before you move, however, it's a good idea to figure out what you need to...

Just before the holidays, we discussed whether it was a good idea to sell your home at Christmas. One of the biggest obstacles to a successful sale was the issue of Christmas decorations, which could easily get in the way of a prospective buyer viewing your home - or, worse, potentially offend someone with particular religious beliefs. With the New Year upon us, for those who have embarked upon selling...

There are a hundred and one ways to add value to a property. You could build an extension, fit double-glazing, or install solar panels. All of these things will add value and make a home more attractive to buyers. But what about bathrooms – can a designer bathroom add value and make it easier to sell a property? Bathrooms are a fundamental room in any home. Every house needs at least one bathroom,...

  Market overview The property market in the UK as a whole continues to go from strength to strength, although the differences from one region to the next can be quite staggering. Average property values in London have spiked, but as the capital city moderates, Scotland has begun to outperform its southern neighbours. Following the referendum's decision to remain part of the UK,...

We have debated on several occasions when the best time to sell your home is. Indeed, many argue that winter is an increasingly rewarding time to list your property on the market, as lower competition from fellow sellers means that your home is more likely to stand out to any buyers house-hunting in the hope of securing of new abode in time for the holidays. However, others may suggest...

Selling your home is a minefield of potential things that could damage your home's appeal or lower its value. For every terrible photo and messy exterior, though, there are some problems with your home that may not be easy to spot to the naked eye.  Maintenance issues or structural problems may only become apparent when a surveyor inspects your home during the selling process - an...

   For many, moving from one house to another is a big decision and affects all aspects of life. Socially, you become uprooted from your neighborhood. Professionally, you may have to leave your current job. Financially, you have to make sure you have enough money to make the move. Selling your home and buying a new property involves dealing with real estate agents, and choosing the right realtor...

  Market overview England’s property market remains one of the most open and accessible in the world. There are currently no restrictions at all on foreign investors buying in, which opens up a world of opportunities to make the most of a very affluent property market. The economy of the UK is seen as among the most liquid on the planet and its housing market something of a...