4 simple improvements to help sell your home
And sales are expected to be hit next year, with a drop stemming from mortgaged buyers, particularly first-time buyers, according to the forecast. However, estate agent Hamptons say 2024 could be a “year of recovery” helped by some pent-up demand from 2023. House prices are expected to be 2% higher in the fourth quarter of 2024 than in the […]
New EPC requirements for private landlords from 2025
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirements for landlords and rented properties: what are the rules, how might they change, and how can you get prepared? If you’re a landlord in England and Wales you might already be aware of the proposed changes to the minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating required for rental homes. These changes […]
What to look out for in a HomeBuyer Report
Being a first-time buyer can sometimes be a daunting experience as you furiously gather together reams of paperwork before handing over your hard-earned cash. One of the documents that you’ll likely pore over prior to being given the keys is the HomeBuyer Report, which is essentially a survey detailing the state of the property you are […]
Check out these before and after renovations
Anyone who’s ever watched an episode of Grand Designs will know that renovating or extending a property is one of the most fulfilling things a homeowner can do. Whether you’re a first-time buyer looking to transform a doer-upper or a seasoned developer hoping to restore a period property back to its glory years, the process […]
Spring Budget 2023: energy bill support extended
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced in the Spring Budget that the current level of government funding to help protect people from higher energy bills will be extended for three months. The Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) is a temporary measure that caps energy bills for typical households at around £2,500 a year. Before the EPG was introduced in […]
The step-by-step guide to buying a home
Are you ready to put your moving plans into action? Our handy guide will take you through the process of buying a house, from working out your budget to making an offer, exchanging contracts and moving in. Take the first step towards your next move, today. Here’s how to get started… Preparing to sell your […]
EPC rating more important than ever when buying a house
Two-thirds of homeowners didn’t know what their EPC rating was when asked When looking for a new home there are many things to consider: location, schools, maybe even the size of a garden. However, according to new research, unless you have a high energy performance rating (EPC), your house is instantly less admirable to buyers. […]
How to choose the right estate agent
The best agent for you is the agent that you are able to trust to guide you through the process. A few indicators of a good agent are: Professional memberships All members are required to work to agreed codes of practice and the relevant logo will be displayed in their offices. You can check on […]
How to get your home ready to sell
Thinking of moving this year? We saw a record number of people putting their homes up for sale this Boxing Day, with 46% more properties coming onto the market than on the same day in 2021. And in line with the seasonal trends we usually see, home-moving activity is starting to pick up after Christmas, […]
Five predictions for Suffolk’s property market in 2023
After almost three years of fairly frenetic activity, experts are forecasting something of a cooldown for the UK’s property market this year – but perhaps not here. Here’s what estate agents in Suffolk and north Essex expect to see happen over the next 12 months. A dip in house prices and challenges to affordabilityThe average […]
