EPCs Are Changing. Landlords, Are You Ready?

Calling all landlords! Have you checked your buy-to-let property’s Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating lately? No? Unfortunately, there have been some legal changes that might mean you’ve got some work…

Seven Ways to Outsmart Conveyancing Scammers

Hackers and cyber fraudsters went to town in the UK last year, swindling £1.3 billion in just six months – a three-fold increase on the same period the previous year.*…

What Tenants Want: The Changing Face of the Rental Market

With the rental market changing enormously over the past decade, savvy landlords need to stay on their toes to make the most of their investment. General trends Since 2010, the…

Things to Consider Before Buying a New-Build

So, you’re thinking about buying a new-build. You’ve fallen in love with the area and the idea of a brand-new home, but is it worth the money? Read on for…

What Makes Landlords Sell Their Properties

It’s often thought that being a landlord is easy: buy a property, rent it out, and hey presto! You’re all set. Unfortunately, it’s never that simple, and many landlords look…

Advantages of Buying a New-Build Home

When you visit a show home, it’s easy to imagine yourself sitting at the beautifully laid table, sinking back into the comfy sofa or settling in for a night’s sleep…

Quick Fixes to Attract More Buyers to Your Home

So, you’re keen to sell your home in Chelmsford, but you’re just not getting any offers. What’s going on? How can you make your home more attractive to potential buyers?…

Landlords – Avoid These Common Décor Mistakes

Are you a landlord with a new rental property? Are you about to decorate? Step away from the colour charts, put down the paintbrush, and read on. Sometimes, it’s hard…

Chelmsford’s Property Market is Gaining Momentum So Far in 2022

Chelmsford is one of the top hotspots for new properties coming on the market As the new year rush has prompted sellers to put their homes on the market, we…

What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know about Compromise

When it comes to buying a home, there’s a word that buyers don’t like to hear, but it really is a critical element of any property purchase. And that word…

The Two Tax Tips Every Landlord Needs to Know

Our tax system is often criticised for being complicated and unwieldy, but by following two simple rules you can take the stress and hassle out of filing a return. Rule…

What Will the Homes of 2050 Look Like?

“It’s a home, Jim, but not as we know it.” The original phrase (we’ve replaced life with a home) didn’t even feature in the popular sci-fi show, apparently, but we’re…