What do tenants really want in a rental property?
We’ve often heard about tales of tenants and the pertinent issues with landlords. Even if it doesn’t sound pleasant, the reality is true in most cases. However, there are exceptions no doubt and these often...
Checklist for letting out your property
When it comes to letting out a property it isn’t always as straightforward as just collecting the rent each month. You will have a legal responsibility to your tenants and so you will need to make sure that you...
3 ways to build your equity once you’ve bought your home
A home is probably the biggest asset a person can invest in.
It brings dreams, shelter, social status and furthermore savings. It may also pave the way to better neighbourhood and schools. A Home is...
Tenants- what maintenance issues are your responsibility?
Renting a home might have always been seen as a lesser to buying one, but what you may not realise is that there are plenty of benefits to renting a home rather than owning one.One of the biggest benefits is that...
5 questions that tenants should always ask on a viewing
When you are viewing a rental property with the mind set to move in, there are likely to be a thousand questions running through your head. However, with so much to think about, making sure that you ask the right...
Building a retirement plan from a property portfolio
One of the reasons why people save money is to invest and probably ensure that their retirement is comfortably funded. In this case, finding the right channel for investment returns is vital to foster a fruitful...
What percentage deposit should you put down?
The first question you’ll ask yourself when planning to buy a home is what amount of deposit do you need to save?
The basic rule to understand is that the more deposit you have the better mortgage...
Is it time to take your home off the market?
If you ask a seller whether they want their property sold quickly, the answer will always be yes. We all dream of having a seamless process for selling a home, but the reality may differ from our expectations. So,...
What information must sellers disclose to buyers?
During your house hunting quest, chances are you will only see a given house at its best; perfectly organised, expertly staged, and clean. This gives you a perfect picture that lures you into buying the house;...
How to choose the right Estate Agent for your house sale
When it comes to selling your home, you need to make sure that you have the right estate agent. There are many different companies around all competing for your business, so it is important to make sure you are...