Are you thinking of becoming a landlord or just want a practical checklist when viewing potential properties? Here are our thirteen buy-to-let top tips…

According to the latest English Housing Survey, the average age of a first-time buyer now stands at 32 whilst the average age of a first-time parent is now around 28 years old.

With so many decisions to make when you move home, one of the most important is what to do with your old property. You might have a decision that's not as easy - should I sell it or rent out?

The Levelling Up White Paper reads very much like a shopping list of great ideas without the means to pay for it.

If you are selling at the same time as buying, you will likely find yourself in the middle of a chain with people both above you and below you. A property chain is only as strong as its weakest link – the more links, the higher your risk. There are a few steps you can take to minimize your risk, check out our tips below…

All landlords know the value of a good, long-term tenant. It means less turnover, less stress, more profit, and a well-looked-after investment. How do you find this perfect person though? The answer lies in targeted marketing…

What does this mean for existing Purfleet homeowners and first-time buyers trying to get on the Purfleet property ladder?

When it comes to renting a property from a landlord, there should be a section in your tenancy agreement that stipulates you are responsible for paying council tax, along with other utility bills and services for the property. Throughout this guide we have highlighted the simple principles around council tax and what you need to know about it.

The cost of gas (and indirectly electricity) rose during 2021 due to a number of reasons, and the troubles are worldwide rather than exclusively affecting the UK.

Being a landlord is both rewarding and fulfilling in many ways. Our troubleshooting tips will help guide you and your tenants to a successful relationship. As landlords, you need to know how to manage certain situations as and when they arrive. A good letting agent always supports the landlord’s journey.

In a perfect world, the home selling process would be straightforward and quick. You’d list your home for sale, schedule viewings, receive multiple offers, and sell your home fast and above list price. Unfortunately, selling your house isn’t always that simple and your home could end up sitting on the market longer than you anticipated.

In this article, I will look at what happened in 2021 in the South Ockendon and Aveley buy-to-let property market and give you my opinion as to what lies ahead for landlords in 2022 and beyond.