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Did you know that there are 7 types of property that exist in the UK? There are several different types of houses in the UK, including detached, semi-detached, terrace and end of terrace, each of varying style, space and affordability. There are also cottages, bungalows and flats too, but these types of property serve an entirely different purpose. The type […]
As soon as your property goes on the market, you will be itching to make a sale so you can purchase a new home of your own. However, many sellers, especially first-time sellers, want to know the average time it takes to sell a house. Although how long it takes to sell a house can vary substantially throughout the UK, […]
When it comes to buying or selling, property chains can be complex to understand, however, it’s not as complicated as it may seem. To find out what a property chain is and everything you need to know about the dreaded property chain that you may encounter as you buy and sell, continue reading. What is a property chain? Put simply, […]
Would you consider buying a property where there was risk of structural damage? The answer is probably a categoric “no”, which is why many homeowners have sleepless nights over subsidence – particularly if they are looking to sell their house fast. But even though subsidence can be a serious problem, it doesn’t need to be a complete turn-off. In most […]
There are three types of mortgage loans available in the UK, and each varies substantially. Deciding which mortgage type to opt for can be tough and isn’t one that should be taken lightly, because if you fail to keep up with your loan repayments, you may face losing your home. As a result, it is important to conduct thorough research […]
What is hoarding? Hoarders collect, save and gather objects, which creates clutter around the house. Some common symptoms of hoarding include: • A persistent difficulty and anxiety when parting from possessions • Difficulty keeping items organised • Obsessive thoughts related to hoarding Hoarding can cause major difficulties when selling a house. For some, their excessive hoarding is caused by a […]
Japanese knotweed – also referred to as Fallopia Japonica – is the most invasive form of knotweed found around the United Kingdom. As a result, Japanese knotweed can have a serious impact when it comes to selling a property and can spell disaster for homeowners. So, it is useful to know how to identify Japanese knotweed and how to get […]
A remortgage is when you apply for a new mortgage on your property, either to replace an existing mortgage or to borrow money against your property. According to Martin Lewis, around a third of home loans are remortgages in the UK, but how do you know whether this is the right option for you? In this remortgage guide, we aim […]
If you are planning to put your house on the market, you must try to make your house as appealing as possible to attract potential buyers. This can be tricky if the reason you are selling your property is due to an issue, such as Japanese knotweed, unbearable neighbours or cracks appearing on the walls quicker than you can fill […]
While hiring a solicitor could make the process of selling a house easier, you need to also be aware of the costs hiring one involves. In fact, you could expect to pay up to £2,000 for their services. If you would rather save that money, there are other ways in which you can go around it without having to hire […]
