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10 Christmas gift ideas for home-movers

10 Christmas gift ideas for home-movers

With the summer coming to a close and fall creeping in, it's time to say goodbye to the holiday season and get back to the status quo. You've been considering selling your home but there just hasn't been time to in the hustle and bustle of the summer holidays - so now...

How important are floor plans when selling your home?

How important are floor plans when selling your home?

Driven by the visual and on-demand nature of the internet, today's house hunters want as much information about a property as possible, so how important are floor plans when it comes to selling your home? Photographs may be an excellent marketing resource for...

Zone 6 property prices continue to grow despite sluggish London market

Zone 6 property prices continue to grow despite sluggish London market

Havering’s property market defies London property slump as house prices within zone 6 have risen by an average of £10,500 in the past year, according to Rightmove. Zone 6 has outperformed all other London zones over the last 12 months, with the average property price...

Havering History: Characters of Havering

Havering History: Characters of Havering

As part of our Havering History series, we're looking back through the centuries to talk about some interesting characters that lived in our borough. From establishing post offices to calculating the speed of sound - Havering has a rich interesting history that we...

Why you should sell your home before Christmas

Why you should sell your home before Christmas

Whether you like it or not, Christmas is fast approaching and it's time to start thinking about it. As the days get colder and the nights grow longer, many homeowners consider putting off selling their home until the new year. Those looking to get on the market and...

What you need to know before investing in buy-to-let properties

What you need to know before investing in buy-to-let properties

So you're interested in investing your money but you just don't know where to start, and you're unsure if bank interest or stocks are an optimal route of investment. You're considering investing in a buy-to-let property so that you can put your money into something...

Why you should buy a property in Hornchurch

Why you should buy a property in Hornchurch

Based in the London Borough of Havering, Hornchurch is a suburban town that boasts a rich history and culture that dates back to the 12th century. It played a pivotal role in the second world war with Hornchurch Airfield being an important RAF station.

Why you should buy a property in Havering

Why you should buy a property in Havering

The London Borough of Havering is perfectly located between the busyness of London and the famous Essex countryside. The borough has something for everyone, from those looking for quieter living in, to those looking to commute into the city.

Why you should buy a property in Romford

Why you should buy a property in Romford

Considered to be the capital of Havering, Romford is a large town located in the outskirts of London. Famous for its market that has existed since 1247, Romford prides itself on the rich and varied history that can still be felt today.

Top tips for selling your home this autumn

Top tips for selling your home this autumn

With the summer coming to a close and fall creeping in, it's time to say goodbye to the holiday season and get back to the status quo. You've been considering selling your home but there just hasn't been time to in the hustle and bustle of the summer holidays - so now...