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The new ‘First Homes Scheme’ – new homes at up to half price – but who qualifies?
First Homes - at up to half price On 4th June 2021 the Government launched a new affordable housing scheme known as the ‘First Homes Scheme’. The First Home Scheme entitles first-time buyers who live in a household with a combined income of £80,000 or less...
The Frustrations of Being An Estate Agent
It's not easy being an estate agent! Estate agents frequently find themsleves in the firing line for the failings of others, and have a reputation for disingenuousness second only to politicians and the tabloid press. Marketing properties may be relatively easy...
What Exactly Do Estate Agents Do?
What exactly do estate agents do? One of the great mysteries of life for many people is what exactly estate agents do for their money. Conventional wisdom has it that they stick a photo of your house online, put another in their shop window and then make a couple of...
Converting Your Loft Into A Home Office
Loft Conversions have never been more popular - here's why With so many of us now working from home there's a massive need for adding 'office space'. Converting your loft is an obvious solution as as most are just wasted space. It's also a lot cheaper...
Is It Worth Putting Up A ‘For Sale’ Board?
How effective are 'For Sale' Boards and Estate Agent websites? In this series of blogs we're looking at different marketing tools used by estate agents and asking which ones work best and whether clients are getting value for money. Estate Agents'...
Estate Agents’ Marketing Tools – Does Advertising Work?
Marketing tools used by estate agents - how effective is advertising? In this series of blogs we're looking at different marketing tools used by estate agents and asking which ones work best and whether clients are getting value for money. Online...
Estate Agents’ Marketing Tools – Which Ones Are Most Effective?
Which are the most effective marketing tools used by estate agents? In the next few blogs we will be looking at different marketing tools used by estate agents and asking whether clients are getting value for money. Sales particulars Traditionally estate...
Estate Agents – How Effective Are They At Marketing Property?
Once your property is listed on RIGHTMOVE, what added value can estate agents add? Different brands of estate agent will try to convince potential clients that they have a unique ability to conjure up potential buyers. But although some brands are more highly...
Estate Agents – The Oldest Trick In The Book?
The oldest trick in the book - used by some (less reputable) estate agents From time to time all estate agents find themselves uncomfortably short of properties to sell. And when 'stock famine' strikes the pressure to secure new business can make it...
What Items Should You Include When Putting Your Property On The Market?
Deciding What's Included Before putting your property on the market, it’s worth considering what ‘fixtures and fittings’ you are prepared to leave behind. These can later be a useful bargaining chip, enhancing your negotiating position. So if you’re sick of the...