Top tips to winter-proof your empty property

Top tips to winter-proof your empty property

Posted on Monday, September 16, 2019 | Property

All properties require ongoing maintenance, but when you’re not there to keep an eye on things, the safety and security of your property may be at greater risk.  You may be a landlord with a void in the tenancy or own a holiday home...

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VIDEO: What should I do when a tenant won't pay rent?

VIDEO: What should I do when a tenant won't pay rent?

Posted on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 | Property

You thought you’d found the perfect tenants, but then you realise that they haven’t paid their rent. What should you do?      • First, communication is key. Always check the day after rent is due to...

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How to save a deposit for your first home

How to save a deposit for your first home

Posted on Friday, November 25, 2016 | Property

The bottom line of raising a deposit is that you need to save money! Here are some top tips to help start you on your campaign to turn your pennies into pounds: ·          With a realistic...

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Can I move my mortgage?

Can I move my mortgage?

Posted on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 | Property

Moving house can be a stressful time but, for buyers who already have a mortgage, it doesn’t necessarily mean ripping up the deal and starting again.   Most mortgages are portable, which means that they can be transferred from...

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Sue Townsend’s property goes up for sale with a Guild Agent

Sue Townsend’s property goes up for sale with a Guild Agent

Posted on Monday, November 21, 2016 | Property

The author of Adrian Mole fame, Sue Townsend’s, former home is for sale. The four-bedroom property in  Stoneygate , Leicester has many happy and creative memories. Now t he property is on the market   for o...

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 How to winter proof your home

How to winter proof your home

Posted on Friday, November 4, 2016 | Property

The weather is getting chillier by the day; the leaves have fallen and the time has come to put the fire on. With bonfire night just around the corner, winter is on its way. Caring for your home in the colder months is really vital. If you...

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The Help to Buy mortgage guarantee no longer necessary

The Help to Buy mortgage guarantee no longer necessary

Posted on Thursday, October 6, 2016 | Property

The Government Help to Buy Mortgage Guarantee scheme (Help to Buy Two) was first launched in October 2013, with the aim of increasing the availability of high loan-to-value mortgages and providing a much needed boost for First Time Buyers...

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How to Buy a Forever Home

How to Buy a Forever Home

Posted on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 | Property

Is a ‘forever home’ a myth? Your personality, or perhaps your finances, may well dictate whether you find a forever home or a ‘for now’ home. There are people who know exactly what they want and stick to it, but it will...

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