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Essential questions to ask when viewing a house

Essential questions to ask when viewing a house

Buying a property can be an intimidating task. The stakes are high and you can never be sure what information is being withheld from you. When you first start viewing houses it can easily be overwhelming – there’s a lot to consider that could cost you in the long run...
Top tips for a stress-free move

Top tips for a stress-free move

Moving house is one of life’s most stressful events. Selling your property, finding somewhere new to live and dealing with solicitors has all been building up to this – your moving day. Do yourself a favour and follow these tips to make sure the process is...
Top 5 smart home gadgets for 2017

Top 5 smart home gadgets for 2017

The home is getting smarter. You’ve probably seen the adverts by now – smart speakers like the Amazon Echo & Google Home are growing increasingly popular. Despite seeming like a novelty, the idea of the smart home is gaining traction. There are an increasing...
Hidden costs to look out for with online agents

Hidden costs to look out for with online agents

Online agents promise to save customers money by forgoing the commission based fees for a much more straightforward fixed fee structure. The last few years have seen a surge in these agencies as people choose cheaper options, but despite this they often have hidden...
4 reasons why spring is a great time to sell your home

4 reasons why spring is a great time to sell your home

Spring has sprung. The clocks have gone forward, the weather is brightening up, and we’ve officially hurtled our way through a quarter of the year already. If you’re thinking of selling your home then now may be the time to act and here’s why: 1) It’s hunting season...
8 facts you probably didn’t know about St George

8 facts you probably didn’t know about St George

St George wasn’t English. You may think that the Patron Saint of England, whose red & white emblem inspired the English flag, was English, but you’d be wrong. St George was born in Cappadocia, part of modern Turkey and most likely never set foot in our...