The coronavirus pandemic has seen a boom in interest in homes with an annexe, according to a report from insurance company, Aviva. Worries about the safety of loved-ones, mean more London families are looking to buy properties with their own self-contained apartment – or to build one. Traditionally annexes have been used as “granny flats” … Continue reading "The Growth of the Granny Flat"
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It is often said that moving house is among the big stresses of modern life. But what if you could ease the strain by making sure you have luck on your side? For centuries people around the world have followed moving day superstitions, aimed at warding off evil spirits and ensuring happiness and prosperity in … Continue reading "From blue doors to burning sage, moving day traditions around the world"
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Commercial property is increasingly attracting the eye of investors who are interested in solid returns and losing faith in the volatility of the equities market. Traditionally, most property investors have looked to the residential market to provide them with a good investment – however, many got into problems in 2008 when the recession struck.
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In his summer statement, the chancellor, Rishi Sunak announced a stamp duty holiday on property transactions of under £500,000, which complete before 31 March next year. The zero rate is also payable on the first £500,000 of more expensive properties. The news has led to a flurry of interest in the housing market, with some … Continue reading "Stamp duty holiday – what does it mean in cash terms?"
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Benefits of selling to a cash buyer
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It may not have been a problem recently, with most of us spending extended time at home, but locking yourself out is one of the more irritating niggles of property ownership. If you’re starting to venture out after lockdown, avoid this stressful waste of time, with these handy tips from Property Reporter – none of … Continue reading "Don’t be locked out after lockdown"
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In this article, read why you should find a reputable letting agent by doing the right research, like asking for references & checking industry credentials
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As the nation emerges from lockdown, improving your home security could be a good last-minute DIY task before returning to work. With large numbers of the population home during the day, burglaries fell by 37% during the first four weeks of lockdown. As people begin returning to work, homeowners are urged to be aware of … Continue reading "Give your home security a back-to-work makeover"
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If you’re wondering whether to buy an investment property off-plan what are the pros and cons and what do you need to look out for?
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London estate agents saw “phones ringing off the hook”, and record numbers of enquiries in the 48-hours after property viewings restarted in England. A large increase in new instructions and valuations has also been reported. It is believed that more than 450,000 house sales were put on hold when the government introduced its coronavirus restrictions … Continue reading "Millions resume their property search as lockdown measures are eased"
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