Buying Articles

The best place to buy a home for your parents to live in

Friday, November 27, 2020

Are you looking to give back to your parents by helping buy them a new home? If you’ve reached a stage in your life where you’re financially stable and are able to help Mum and Dad out by finding them the perfect, peaceful home,...

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8 Rules For Buying Property

Monday, October 19, 2020

It’s very rare that two property purchases are the same, while one property investment could be the foundation to building wealth, another could be a monetary black hole. But what is the difference between the two? To ensure that you are...

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Buying property through auction: what you need to know

Monday, September 7, 2020

Whether you're a pro or new to buying property, it can be a daunting experience with various obstacles along the way. However, buying at auction offers many benefits to homebuyers that you may not expect, including enhanced security and...

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Stamp Duty Land Tax - The new temporary reduced rates explained

Wednesday, July 8, 2020

With immediate effect the new Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) threshold of £500,000 will apply and will run until 31 March 2021. This means any buyer purchasing a primary residential property between 8 July 2020 and 31 March 2021, up to the...

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The legacy created by lockdown

Thursday, July 2, 2020

There is no doubt that the past few months have had a significant effect on the UK and people's lives. The pandemic and subsequent lockdown has initiated unprecedented challenges which have affected us all. Some changes have been positive,...

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Finding a Home Through Smart Viewing

Thursday, June 11, 2020

Although in some parts of the UK, lockdown is easing and estate agents have been allowed to return to conducting business more traditionally, the Government guidelines released on 12th May stipulate that a prospective buyer or tenant should...

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A guide to house hunting during the COVID-19 pandemic

Friday, June 5, 2020

As we continue to operate in uncertain times unsurprisingly, many are considering moving home or relocating altogether. Whether you're looking for a home with a garden, a dedicated workspace, or more space in general, we've got you covered....

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Buyer Beware: Serious Building Problems That A Home Survey Will Detect

Thursday, November 7, 2019

The legal principle of caveat emptor (‘let the buyer beware’) may date back centuries but it still applies to today’s conveyancing process. It puts the onus squarely on the buyer to find out if there are any physical defects...

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