When it comes to selling a property privately, the thought of creating a listing can be quite intimidating. Photos are key to creating a good first impression but even if you have a good eye and a nice camera, words are what make the difference between someone scrolling down the page and actually making an enquiry. How do you write a good property listing description? Follow these six easy steps: 1....

Searching for a new property can be an intensely exciting experience, as there are plenty of high quality homes currently on the market. The criteria you use to select your new home will be entirely personal to you and your family, but there are plenty of tried and tested methods to help you find somewhere comfortable, practical and aesthetically pleasing. There’s no reason why you should view the...

Italian architecture spans centuries and is therefore broad and diverse. Italian structures are well known for their architectural designs and the beauty of the construction and final product. From arches to domes, Italian architecture is admired throughout the world for its beauty and elegance alongside fine craftsmanship. Some of the finest architectural works like the Colosseum, the Duomo, and the Ponte...

In order to sell your house on the market quickly, and to receive your asking price, it is important that you take steps to ensure the property looks its best. This could make all the difference to the sale, as buyers will need to be impressed and see the potential of the property as soon as they step foot in the door. There are a few steps that you can take so that your house looks fantastic and will be...

There are only a few things more stressful than moving house and they include a divorce and losing your job, both very horrible things for anyone to go to. Moving house however, should be a joyous and refreshing occasion, one which signifies a new start. The things that make it so stressful are usually things that we can avoid and with some careful planning we can work around with ease. Here then is our...

Many of us like to bring inspiration from other countries into our homes to remind us of holidays or just because we enjoy the décor of different countries. Indian design is a modern trend as it is very colourful with a lot of strong patterns, gold and rich fabric. Gain inspiration on Indian decoration on Pinterest to help your imagination and creativity. If you’re bored of your beige walls...

‘Home sweet home’ might be a term used to describe the place you live as an oasis or sanctuary away from the world, but sometimes home repairs can really drive us up the wall. Some accidents and hiccups can inevitably happen throughout your home-owning life. Rather than paying out of your pocket, it’s worth learning some easy DIY fixes that you can carry out yourself when you come across...

Reports are now showing that house buyers in England and Wales are now paying the largest proportion of asking prices in well over a decade. Not since September of 2002 has the average percentage been at this level. Other promising figures suggest that the UK’s housing market overall may be on the mend, although London’s my not be quite as strong as it has been. The past two months have seen...

London often offers a key insight into British real estate growth, especially in terms of demand and price growth. The current economy is driving widespread expansion, however, with property prices throughout the whole of the UK now rising and offering considerable opportunities to home-owners. The average asking price homes in England and Wales rose by an impressive 0.6% alone during April 2014, which in...

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