What colour should you paint your home to boost your chances of selling it?
By Michael Poole on 14th Apr 2023Learning that there's a paint colour that will sell your home may seem a little too good to be true. After all, there's a lot involved in the selling process. Not only do you need to deal with finances and viewings, but you’re...
Is owning your home cheaper than renting?
By Michael Poole on 14th Apr 2023Halifax finds renters fork out around £500 more than home owners each year Owning your home can be almost £500 a year cheaper than renting, according to new research. Despite the current climate of high mortgage rates, data from...
Are smaller properties favoured by buyers?
By Michael Poole on 14th Apr 2023Thinking about selling but wondering what sells in the current market? We take a look at the trends of demand among buyers to see what they're looking for right now. Key takeaways Higher mortgage rates mean buyers are shifting...
Why have house prices risen this month?
By Michael Poole on 14th Apr 2023This is the busiest season of the year for the housing market. Home-hunters often wait until spring to start their search, and this is the time of year we start to see more properties listed for sale. Sellers tend to price their...
Our four tips for selling in spring
By Michael Poole on 9th Mar 2023Spring has always been a popular time to market homes. If you're planning on putting your property up for sale in the next few weeks, check out our top tips before you do. Think bright and light It may seem pointless to change...
How to find the right removals company
By Michael Poole on 9th Mar 2023How to find the right removals company Moving home can be stressful enough without having to worry about the company moving your furniture and prized possessions! Read our guide to help you find the right removals company for you....
UK mortgage deals: how to navigate the rollercoaster rates ride
By Michael Poole on 9th Mar 2023Amid a debate about what is happening to the housing market, what are your options? We are in the grip of a mortgage price war, according to some experts – but it probably won’t feel like that if you are staring down the...
7 budget-friendly ways to add value to your home in 2023
By Michael Poole on 9th Mar 2023As the cost of living crisis intensifies for households around the country, the UK is predicted to be in recession for most of 2023 due to soaring inflation and rising interest rates. Despite a looming recession, reports suggest a...
Want to know the best month to sell your home?
By Michael Poole on 9th Mar 2023As the winter months draw to a close, the arrival of springtime and longer days can kick-start home-moving plans for many. More people start their search for a new home in spring, and we start seeing more properties listed for...
Interest rates rise again but mortgage rates keep falling
By Michael Poole on 9th Feb 2023Despite increases to the cost of borrowing, fixed rate mortgages are continuing to come down, falling by 0.35% for two-year deals and by 0.43% for five-year ones. Key takeaways The Bank of England has increased interest rates by...