Category: Property Costs
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How Do No Completion No Fee Solicitors Work?
It’s really important that when you pick your solicitor for buying your first home, you understand exactly when fees need to be paid. No completion no sale solicitors are legal professionals who work specifically in the realm of property sales. They operate on the basis that they will only be paid if the property sale…
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Can You Get Damp In A New Home?
Damp can be a significant problem in new homes, mainly caused by significant insulation and the improper installation of damp proof layers on floors. What is damp? Damp refers to the presence of moisture in the air of your home. It can lead to the growth of mould and mildew, causing unpleasant odours and damaging…
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Is Shared Ownership Better Than Renting?
Introduction: Shared ownership involves paying a portion of rent every month, so is shared ownership really better than renting a home? The short answer is, YES. It brings you the privilege of getting a home for yourself, and means you don’t need a higher income to afford an expensive mortgage. Before buying any shared ownership…
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Buying A Home With Cash – The Full Guide
Buying a home with a mortgage comes with many hoops to jump through, but is buying a home with cash any better? According to Savills, cash sales are 32% higher than the three-year average before the pandemic. The report also shows that the average cash buyer buys a home with £368,600. At the same time,…
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Do All New Builds Have Electric Heating?
Intro New build homes come with numerous advantages. But they can also be very difficult to change once they are finished, like how they are heated. But how do developers decide on the ways to heat new build homes? Will developers be pushing forward with heat pumps following Government support for the new idea? How…
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Wood Flooring Vs Carpet: Which is best for your Living Room?
Introduction The living room of any house is the most important place. It’s the main area for you and your loved ones to spend quality time and it’s usually the first impression of your home whenever you have guests. That’s why it’s important for your living room to have a healthy balance of comfort and…
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Top Unadopted Road FAQs – England and Wales
Buying a home can be complicated enough, but most people don’t realise that the street they live on can become a huge liability for them. We’ve answered the most popular questions asked about unadopted roads below. (Agreements can vary wildly so check with a solicitor for any specific adopted road) For more information be sure…
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Are new build homes cheaper to run? – The Truth
New build homes always look shiny and clean. The developers always make sure you have that glossy brochure in your hands when you go to view one. But does a new build house actually work out cheaper to run than an existing home, or are the benefits greatly exaggerated? It might seem a no-brainer that…
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The Fastest Internet in the UK – Why Your First Home Needs It
If you’re looking to buy your first home in the UK, there’s a good chance that one of the factors you’ll be considering is whether or not it has access to fibre high speed internet. But internet packages can get confusing! We explain below why you need a fibre connection and how it can add…
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21 Brilliant Ways To Save For A House
Saving up for a house can be very hard. In the UK rent costs the average worker 30% of their monthly salary. But there are easy wins to have in saving up! We list them below. 1. Set a Monthly Budget As much as this sounds cliché, it is just the plain truth. Yes you…
