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Ups and Downs of Moving House: A Mother’s Insight
Ups and Downs of Moving House: A Mother’s Insight Here’s the penultimate part of our series of articles on a family’s views on selling up and moving home. This family of five sold and moved last year, but their experiences (and emotions) are timeless. We’ve shared the perspectives of a…
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The Role of Natural Light in Healthy Home Design
The Role of Natural Light in Healthy Home Design Who doesn’t love it when the sun’s out? Well, apart from vampires, mushrooms and raincoat makers. But seriously, natural light, especially sunlight, has significant mood-enhancing effects on our minds and homes. For homeowners and residents, understanding how to harness this natural…
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How to Spot the Signs of Illegal Subletting
How to Spot the Signs of Illegal Subletting Did you know that one in ten tenants admit to illegally subletting their rental property*? The practice is even more common among young people; in a recent survey, 25% of tenants aged 18 to 24 confessed to secretly subletting all or part…
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Top Tips to Help You Save for a Mortgage Deposit
Top Tips to Help You Save for a Mortgage Deposit One of the biggest challenges first-time buyers (FTBs) face is getting a deposit together. Saving a large sum of cash while covering all your living expenses during a cost-of-living crisis is no mean feat. But having a good plan and…
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Making a Difference in Hi Residential: Tips for Energy Saving Week
Making a Difference in Hi Residential: Tips for Energy Saving Week Energy Saving Week is taking place from 17 – 23 January. But what is it, and why should you care? Well, it’s a campaign encouraging UK households to become more aware of their energy use. It’s an annual campaign…
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Tenant Trends: How to Meet the Demands of Renters Today Whether you’re a first-time investor or an experienced landlord looking to expand your portfolio, it pays to know what tenants want. Understanding current trends in the market will help you fine-tune your rental marketing strategy and ensure that any improvement…
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Inside the Buyer’s Mind: Emotional Triggers in the Home-Buying Process
Inside the Buyer’s Mind: Emotional Triggers in the Home-Buying Process We’re estate agents, not mind magicians like Derren Brown, but recently, we’ve been delving into the psychological aspects of home buying. It’s fascinating stuff. For sellers, it can offer invaluable insights, helping them better understand how they (and their estate…
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From Blue to Brew: How a Simple Cuppa Can Lift Our Spirits
From Blue to Brew: How a Simple Cuppa Can Lift Our Spirits Blue Monday, often labelled as the most challenging day of the year, falls on the third Monday of January. But what exactly makes this day particularly blue? Well, a travel company originally coined the name, and Blue Monday…
