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Are you struggling with the dark days and long nights that kick in at this time of year? Don’t worry – you’re not alone. Millions of Brits experience a dip in mood during the colder, greyer months, often referred to as the ‘Winter Blues’. Some go on to develop Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – a…
When it comes to selling a property, it pays to do your research before choosing an agent to manage the sale. Now you might think that all agents are much of a muchness (they all flog homes, don’t they?), but you’d be wrong! A great agent won’t just sell your property; they’ll sell it for…
Many of us realise doing a bit of DIY can save you money. But it comes with a caveat that you must know what you’re doing first. For every successful bit of hallway decorating, there are dozens of tales of lopsided shelves, incorrectly fitted taps, and a whole host of other DIY disasters and fails….
We’ve all had it – that gnawing sense of buyer’s remorse when we’ve made a purchase. It could be the make of that new car you’ve ordered. Or the colour of that dress that looked good online, but will it have a wow factor when the delivery driver drops it off? Or something as simple…
When it comes to selling a home, there’s a simple way to add thousands of pounds to the price you achieve – and that’s to get rid of your clutter. By being a little bit ruthless with yourself, and those you live with, you really can achieve a quicker and more lucrative sale. Here are…
Most people looking to move home fall into one of eight categories. Learn what these categories are so that you can fine-tune your property selling strategy. Space Chasers – These movers want more space to accommodate a growing family, a home office or a Labradoodle puppy. Homes with a generous garden, garage, and loft conversion top…
Are you looking to move into a new rental property? Here’s a guide to finding a new home. Research Identify where you would like to live and what kind of property you’re looking for. For example, if you work from home, you might need office space. If you have children, you may want a garden….
Building a property portfolio might sound like a great way to build an additional income, but it can be a tricky area to navigate with lots of pros and cons. Getting started First things first, where is the cash coming from? Have you already got a property and looking to buy a second? Or maybe…
The lure of a place in the sun has long appealed to people from the UK. After the Covid-19 lockdowns, many people have brought forward plans of a new life soaking up the sun and culture of a place abroad. And Spain is always at the top of people’s holiday home away from home –…
The pandemic didn’t just trigger an exodus of city slickers moving to the country, it also kick-started a multi-billion-pound home renovation boom. UK property owners spent £110 billion on home improvements* last year – a 30% increase year-on-year. While some people kept things simple by giving a few rooms a lick of paint, others embarked…
Once the last lick of paint has been applied and the carpets have been laid, it’s time to decide whether or not to furnish your rental property. It’s a question that has many landlords scratching their heads. Does a furnished property command a higher rental yield? Or is it more hassle than it’s worth? What…
The nation’s 200 hospices care each year for 225,000 children and adults with terminal or life-limiting illnesses. And, after an incredibly tough 18 months, they need our support now more than ever. Where it all started Dame Cicely Saunders – a nurse, social worker, and doctor – founded the modern hospice movement in 1967, when…