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How to go from Renter to Homeowner

Renting might have been perfect for you historically for many reasons, but now you have decided it is time to get a place of your own and take that first step on the property ladder. The question is, though, how do you make that leap from renter to homeowner? Read on and we will take you through the things you will need to consider.

conveyancing explained
Conveyancing Explained

Whether you are buying or selling a property you will need to go through a legal process called conveyancing which is carried out by a conveyancer or a conveyancing solicitor. In this guide we will look at what conveyancing is and what happens during the conveyancing process.

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Are Landlords Responsible for Pest Control?

Pest infestations at home are at best unpleasant and at worst a problem that can cause serious property damage and health issues. Quite often tenants will ask whether the landlord is responsible for pest control or whether they are. The answer is that it depends!! What does it depend on though?

lifetime ISAa explained
Lifetime ISAs Explained

Lifetime ISAs are a Government backed scheme to encourage “younger” people to save money either towards a property or towards their retirement pot. In this guide we will take a more detailed look at what Lifetime ISAs are, how to open one and how they work.

protecting your home this winter
Protecting your Home this Winter

In this article we will take a look at some suggestions to help make your home winter ready.

The Hottest Hot Chocolate Ideas

The weather is closing in on us, with the days getting colder and the nights longer. It is during these Winter months that we seek warmth and comfort and there is nothing better than snuggling under a warm blanket with a lovely mug of hot chocolate is there?

The cost of buying a property

Buying a new home is exciting, it is a new chapter in your life which will bring new adventures and memories.

Landlord Insurance

Being a landlord can be very rewarding, but it does not, as in any other business, come without risks.

How to stop Condensation

Condensation can be a real nightmare in a property and, at its every worst, will cause damage to the property and also be an ideal growing ground for mould which brings with it some serious and potentially fatal health hazards.

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How to make a Gingerbread House

As we are speeding into the Christmas season we wanted to share one of our favourite family traditions with you, how to make a Gingerbread house.

How to make a Christmas wreath

The festive season is almost upon us and one of our finest, festive traditions is hanging a Christmas wreath on our front doors.

How much deposit should I save?

When looking to buy a property there are a lot of practical considerations, especially on the financial side. Not only is there the stamp duty the legal fees and the moving fees there is also the deposit to think of and this is perhaps one of the biggest challenges.