Parts of England have been plunged back into lockdown after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced new measures to help combat the coronavirus pandemic. The government is adopting a simplified three-tier system, under which restrictions will apply on a local basis according to the severity of Covid-19 outbreaks. The...
We are continuing to see a surge in sales and buyer demand across prime residential markets outside of London, driven by behavioural changes and a reassessment of work-life balance. The number of sales agreed over £1million in the markets outside of London between July and September...
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As the popular show by Sarah Beeny clearly shows, most of the time there is no need to sell your house to get exactly what you want out of your property. By making a few clever changes you can transform your property to make it...
The past few months have allowed many of us to rethink our living and working situation. With more than ever before working from home, and plenty of people tired of being cooped up in smaller flats or houseshares, it's no surprise Londoners are considering leaving the...
Hertfordshire is a great place to live for those who want to commute into London. A lot of our towns are all within an hour of the city and you won't have to put up with the hustle and bustle of London life. You can normally also...
With the new normal this year, it’s unsurprising that the types of homes we’re searching for has changed. New research from our data analysts shows that the most sought after property types being enquired about are now exclusively houses and bungalows. The desire for more space, a...
Reduced rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) will apply for residential properties purchased from 8 July 2020 until 31 March 2021 inclusive. If you purchase a residential property between 8 July 2020 to 31 March 2021, you only start to pay SDLT on the amount...
1. Build a Small House to Keep Costs Down 2. Save Money by Opting for a Simple Design 3. Minimise Groundworks 4. Hire a Structural Engineer Early On 5. Invest in the Fabric for Long-Term Savings 6. DIY What You Can to Keep Costs Down 7. Save Money by Building in Blockwork 8....
Think Function First: A kitchen can be beautiful, but if it isn’t practical, it’s pointless. Upgrade the Hardware: The easiest way to make a kitchen look expensive (without spending loads of money) is to swap the pulls and knobs. Hack Those IKEA Cabinets: Use IKEA cabinets as...