Mortgage & Insurance advice now available here
We've just launched our new mortgage and insurance service. The new service is being offered by our sales director Rob Bryer who has been a qualified advisor for over 10 years now. If you are looking to remortgage, purchase or arrange any insurance give Rob a call on...
We are supporting Hythe Triangle
The Triangle is a small parcel of land that is formed at the junction of Windmill Street, Albert Road and St Leonards Road in Hythe, Kent. The Hythe Triangle group have an opportunity to bid on the land and secure it from future development. In support of this project...
Is your deposit protected? – The Deregulation Act
The Deregulation Act 2015 has been introduced to help clarify some of the requirements around protecting deposits, particularly those taken before 6 April 2007. This new legislation in relation to tenancy deposits came into force on the 26 March. How this will affect...
Zoopla acquires uSwitch
Zoopla Property Group Plc (ZPG) has agreed to acquire uSwitch, the UK’s #1 price comparison website and lead generation engine in the home services sector (energy and communications). The acquisition brings together two of the best-known and fastest growing digital...
Labour will impose more controls on private rental sector
The Labour party have set out the restrictions they wish to place on the private rental sector. They include: - cap rents so they cannot rise by more than the rate of inflation during secure three-year tenancies; - require landlords and letting agents to disclose the...
What could the election mean for property prices?
Property has been a hot topic in the run up to the election. From banning tenant fees to reforming stamp duty politicians know this hot topic can be a real vote winner. The Conservatives say they will “Extend the “Right to Buy” to 1.3m housing association homes in...
Are you Gas Safe?
The winter months are well behind us and the heating’s gone off but we must never forget the importance of gas safety. All appliances in a rented property must be checked by a qualified Gas Safe engineer. This check must be carried out annually. Failure to comply can...
5 Top Tips To Get The Price Right First Time.
The moment your property goes on the market you have to get the price right. These top tips help you make sure you get it right! 1. Do your own research! Don’t just rely on what your agent says. Look at recent sales in your area and compare with others currently on...
My last tenant left the property in a state after 3 months of not paying the rent. What can I do to avoid this in the future?
You should make sure all tenants are referenced to ensure they have the ability to pay. When using this service we can provide you with a low cost insurance product that will protect you should this happen again.
We are looking to buy our first home. Do we start looking for the right property first and then apply for a mortgage?
The first thing you need to know is how much you can afford. I suggest you arrange an appointment with an independent mortgage advisor. They will be able to advise on the best mortgage for you and give you an indication of how much you can borrow. You can then get an...