The Mortgage Guarantee Scheme was introduced in April 2021 to encourage those looking for a home with less than 10% deposit a range of extra mortgage options. So, how does this Government initiative work? Who is eligible for it and what alternatives should you consider? For this week’s Top Tip Tuesday, we will be providing …
As an experienced letting agent, we understand that there is a lot to think about. From laws and regulations to property inspections, it can be hard to keep track of every responsibility required to manage a rental property. For this week’s Top Tip Tuesday, we will be sharing the best resources to guide you through …
It’s that time of year – school’s out for summer! If you are planning to or are going to move during the summer holidays, there a couple things to consider. The summer holidays is a fantastic time of year to move home, some children will move from one school to another and the roads are …
Being a landlord can be a rewarding, and at times challenging job, especially with the ever-changing regulatory landscape. To ensure piece of mind, it is important that you take out a specific landlord insurance policy which, if chosen properly will cover things such as tenant rent default, property and possession damage and legal costs. For …
First-time buyers pay a reduced level of stamp duty, with some not having to pay the tax at all which could end up saving them thousands. For this week’s Top Tip Tuesday, we will be sharing everything you need to know about Stamp Duty as a first-time buyer, if you qualify and how it’s calculated. …
Whether you are a first-time landlord or simply looking for inspiration before furnishing your next rental property, this guide will help you decide what areas to consider and the types of furnishings you should choose. The question of how to furnish a rental property is an important one, as the way you choose to furnish …
There are common misconceptions when it comes to renting and switching energy suppliers. So today we are clearing up that confusion plus, you could save yourself hundreds of pounds! First of all, can I switch energy suppliers if I am renting? The short answer is, probably yes. If you are paying your own bills, you …
Council Tax is something that we all must pay, but there is so much to it than getting an annual bill from the Council and making sure you pay it on time. For this week’s Top Tip Tuesday, we will be investigating everything everything you need to know about Council Tax, what it is, who …