Tag Archives: Independent

Trust is a more important factor than price for householders hiring a tradesperson, a new Energy Saving Trust survey has revealed. Continue reading →

In the last five years or so it has become generally accepted by savvy consumers that instructing an internet estate agent will save you money when compared to a traditional agency; but let’s not forget it’s not always all about the money! If you have already made the decision to opt for an online agent take the time to consider these five essential points to ensure you instruct the right agent for your needs before taking the plunge: Continue reading →

As costs rise and incomes stagnate, first-time buyers may feel they are relegated to paying rents to live.

Those who do manage to find enough deposit money however, must identify the best financial package for their circumstances including where to source their property! Continue reading →

The Land Registry HPI – “the most accurate independent house price index” reports the Housing Market in England and Wales is a literal stand still with a 0.0% change in August 2012, against the HPI of July. Continue reading →

The open market is the most traditional way to sell a house, but it takes time and patience – things not everybody can afford. Buyers can take a long time to come along and even when you do find one, a broken chain can put you back to square one instantly. All kinds of factors can make it difficult to sell a house: the area you live in, the state of the property and simply the condition of the housing market at large. Continue reading →

There were several headlines last week announcing Aldermore bank’s new 100% mortgage launched last week aimed at first time buyers. Continue reading →

With a UK property market considered to be at one of its relative lowest points for decades, the hunger for investors to build their portfolios is ever-apparent. One potential acquisition strategy – that is often overlooked due to perceived misconceptions – is to look into properties that have been left empty by previous owners. Continue reading →

Many people think that Planning Permission and Building Regulations are the same thing. They are actually two separate types of permission. Continue reading →

Enter our 2011 competition to win 1 place on Simon Zutshi’s Property Investing Quick Start Course worth £596 Continue reading →

With more students going to university and college each year and an estimated 2.4 million students in the UK, and a huge shortage of accommodation, there is a huge opportunity to make large, passive income from investing in high quality student accommodation located in cities with prestigious universities. Continue reading →