After 2022’s heatwave with temperatures over 40°C, and 2021’s freeze where the mercury dropped as low as -23°C, our homes are having to deal with changing weather.
Property developers have been busily installing extra insulation, high-performance glazing and comfort cooling for years, building homes that stay warmer in winter and cooler in summer.… → continue reading
We might be in the middle of July with the hottest temperatures on record, but did you know it’s only 153 days until Christmas Day? If you think it’s too soon to mention it, bear with us!
The average home sale is currently taking 171 days from offer to completion, with chains suffering from legal delays, overstretched conveyancers and expiring mortgage offers.… → continue reading
With the summer holiday season fast approaching, you’re probably looking forward to getting some sun, having a rest and exploring somewhere new.
As well as a chance to escape, relax and recharge, holidays can be a brilliant and convenient time to have your home on the market.… → continue reading
Long summer days aren’t only for sizzling barbecues, seaside escapes and watching Wimbledon; they’re also when homes look their best.
Everything is in your favour at this time of year: flowers in bloom, warmer weather and sunny blue skies put everyone in a good mood, and there’s still nowhere near enough property for sale in Birchington, Westgate, Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate to satisfy demand.… → continue reading
With prices still rising and very few homes on the market, it seems incredible that 1 in 20 asking prices were slashed in May. The figures from Zoopla show an average drop of 9% (or £22,500); the biggest discount margin for 18 months.… → continue reading
If you’ve decided you want to move, you could be thinking the same as thousands of other homeowners: there’s nothing on the market, so you’ll wait to put your home up for sale until you find your next one.
It’s an entirely understandable view, but, from talking to many sellers, it’s clear that they aren’t necessarily aware of all the risks and potential costs of trying to find a property without being under offer first.… → continue reading
“As soon as I saw the photo, I knew it was the one!”
Such is the power of photography, and as a potential buyer’s first introduction to your home, it can make or break a sale.
Given how influential photos are, it’s surprising how many property listings have wonky, blurred or dark images – worse than many selfies!… → continue reading
If you thought you’d missed the boat for a family move this year, the good news is you’ve still got time. With the speed of the current market, you can sell your home and be in your new one by the end of the school holidays.… → continue reading
With the end of April comes the end of frosts, so now’s the perfect time to lay the groundwork of a beautiful spring and summer garden.
Being in a natural green space is always delightful and hugely positive for our well-being, while gardening itself has proved a healthy and joyous activity.… → continue reading
As the spring 2022 property market begins, Nationwide Building Society has reported a 14% year-on-year price increase for March, up again from the 12% already reported in February.
Spring is famously the busiest season for buying and selling, and not just because our thoughts turn to spending more time outside in summer.… → continue reading
