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Have you found ‘the one’? The next step is to make sure your property is in working order and as it should be. That is where a property survey comes in. Buying a new home is probably one of the biggest financial investments you will ever make, and no one wants hidden surprises when you …

Prospective home movers took to the internet in record numbers over the festive period to browse property listings. In what was a crazy year for the housing marketing in 2021, at Boxall Brown & Jones we have seen numerous enquiries from buyers and tenants. Even Rightmove reported that enquiries increased by 23% between Boxing Day …

Solicitor’s fees, mortgage fees, stamp duty and other costs can add up when buying a property. Today we will be explaining all the additional fees involved in a house or flat purchase, so that you are completely prepared for your next adventure. Buying a home is not as simple as paying the asking price. There …

Sometimes you may want to sell the property that you are currently letting. This can be complicated when you have tenants that have not reached the end of their tenancy agreement yet. As a landlord, you have specific responsibilities and legal obligations you must follow, and this guide will highlight how to navigate the selling …

Museums, live music, galleries, shops and wilderness – the city of Derby is the perfect place to settle down. Where is Derby? Derby is found in southern Derbyshire and is the county’s only city. It occupies one of the most central positions in the UK and has excellent connections to other cities including Manchester, Nottingham, …

Whilst the new year should be full of promise and optimism, for some it may not feel like a happy occasion. This article identifies many realistic facts of life which at least one of the points to be discussed below will sadly affect us all. The Three D’s of property are likely to involve emotional …

Are you moving properties and looking to bag some free stuff to help you get started? There are plenty of ways to get furniture and other essentials for nothing. Here is where you need to start hunting… Furnishing a rented or bought property can be eye-wateringly expensive – but if you are clever, you may …

When it comes to the responsibilities of a landlord, the safety of the tenants must be a top priority. To allow you to understand what can be expected, we have compiled the main safety concerns you must be aware of and the legal obligations you must follow. Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms In …

With the average house prices in the UK reaching record highs, buying a property is a hugely expensive investment – especially as a first-time buyer. The process can feel incredibly stressful and small mistakes could mean you miss a trick and potentially a great bargain!  Today we thought we would share our top questions for first time buyers from …