Making a rented property feel like home is not as difficult as you may think. Whilst many landlords may not permit tenants to redecorate the walls and woodwork or change other fixtures and fittings – especially if the interior is nicely maintained and presented already – there are many small, simple touches you can add […]
It feels like summer has only just ended and we’re already reaching for the winter coat and wellington boots. The days will soon be getting shorter and cold weather is on the way. With the cold weather can come the winter blues. Although there’s no clinical diagnosis for this condition, experts at the National Institutes of […]
The hallway is the gateway to your home. It’s the very first thing your guests and potential buyers will see when they walk through the front door. Because it’s the place where you first walk into after a hard day at work it can also become a bit of a dumping ground for shoes, bags, […]
Autumn brings the change in the weather: on a good day this can mean clear skies and crisp, fresh sunny days. Unfortunately in Scotland, we also see lots of rain, damp and cold! Whatever the weather, getting your home ready for autumn and the drop in temperature requires a bit of forethought, organisation and planning. Here […]
The housing market boom we have seen since the middle of 2020 has been a surprise to everyone. House prices have rocketed to all-time highs, seemingly breaking all records set, as buyers’ priorities shifted beyond anything we have seen before. It has been a volatile year for many industries but the property market is something […]
The latest figures from PropertyMark show that the number of properties selling at offers over fell from 40% in June to 31% in July in a clear sign that the housing market is starting to stabilise. Although this shows that things are slowing down, the percentage of homes that are selling for over the original […]
One of the biggest stories this year has been the booming property market. Prices have risen month-on-month in most regions in the UK with demand (especially for larger family homes) and these market conditions show no sign of abating. According to Zoopla, average asking prices are 30% higher since the market peak in 2007. The changing […]
Although life is slowly getting back to normal, working from home looks set to stay for many of us as companies realise the benefits of allowing staff to continue working from home either full or part time. The effect of this has had an impact on what we want from our homes, leading to one […]
If you are seeking additional space for your home – or you’re thinking of selling your property and want to maximise your sale price, it could be worth considering a garden room. A high-quality garden room can boost the value of your home by 5% to 15%. A garden room is a great alternative to […]
Moving home can be a chaotic time, with so much to do and organise. The more systematic and organised you can be ahead of time, the better, so here’s where our moving checklist comes in, helping you to stay on track for a stress-free move. Declutter Moving is a great time to finally get around […]
