The Basics of Buying Land: What You Need to Know
When many people think about buying land, they think about discovering a plot in the countryside, or a spot in a busy town they can call their own. There are many TV programmes shown where people have bought land and then built their own homes in a matter of months, and so for some, it’s […]
Moving to the Country? Pros and Cons of Living Rurally
Moving out of London to the countryside is a big decision. It can mean you have less access to work and entertainment complexes, but it can also lead to a slower pace of living where you are more in touch with nature. If you’re thinking about moving to the country, here is our list of […]
Hackney Residents’ Guide
Mayfair Residents’ Guide
When is the best time to sell a house? Is it a good time now?
Given the current climate, you might be forgiven for asking whether it is a good time to sell your house, or when you should consider putting your property on the market. There are many factors to consider when deciding on the best time to sell your home. These include the best time of year or […]
Property Market Update: What’s Happening In The UK Property Market – June 2022
House prices have hit another record high, while interest rates have increased again, but there’s good news on the horizon for renters and first-time buyers. Read on for all this and more in June’s property market update. UK HOUSE PRICES REACH RECORD HIGH What’s Happening In The UK Property Market – June 2022 The website […]
Family Offset Mortgages: Are They A Good Way To Help My Kids Get On The Property Ladder?
Many parents want to help their children get on the property ladder, but they often assume there is nothing they can do if they don’t have a substantial lump sum to pass over. However, that isn’t actually the case. At Properly, we often advise clients who are searching for property solutions for their children, and […]
How Much Is My Landlord Allowed To Increase My Rent By In A Single Year?
If you’re a tenant, you’re probably already feeling the bite due to the cost of living crisis. So, the prospect of facing a rent increase is the last thing you want to think about. Unfortunately, rent increases are a fact of life. So, here, we take a look at how much your landlord is allowed […]
Buy-to-let: advice, tips and tricks
With investment properties on the rise and an ever-growing demand for rental properties, it’s clear that we haven’t lost our appetite for buy-to-let. We have come up with lots of tips and advice in our new mini-guide to the world of property rental: Most modern apartments and houses will have fairly straightforward layouts, while older […]
Are you up to date with changes to Landlord Legislation?
The last two years have seen several key changes to landlord and tenant legislation. As always, it is important to keep up to date as not doing so can have consequences for you and your tenancy. Use our checklist below to make sure you remain compliant. Electrical safety standards and EICR certificates As of the […]