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Friday, July 2nd, 2021
Record numbers of people in the UK are on the move at the moment. Many of them are choosing to move into new builds. This is hardly surprising, as such developments are cropping up all over the nation. On paper, a new build is an ideal home. After all, a new house hasn’t had the […]
Read ArticleSunday, June 20th, 2021
When considering buying a home, cost will be a major deciding factor. It’s important to ensure you are getting a fair deal. Oscar Wilde, no stranger to a witty quip that contains truth within the humour, stated in Lady Windemere’s Fan that, “a cynic knows the price of everything and the value of nothing.” When […]
Read ArticleSaturday, May 15th, 2021
Looking for property is a very different experience to the days of yore. Before the dawn of the internet, finding a property to buy or rent involved perusing the windows of a high street estate agent, popping inside if something caught your eye. Of course, that’s an approach doomed to fail into the 21st Century. […]
Read ArticleWednesday, April 28th, 2021
People all over the world have had their lives turned upside-down by the Coronavirus pandemic. This had led to a knock-on effect on the housing market, with huge numbers of people choosing to move house. One of the biggest reasons for this is the impact that COVID-19 has had on our working lives. Put bluntly, […]
Read ArticleMonday, April 12th, 2021
Part of the excitement of moving to a new territory is learning about your surroundings. There is so much to see and do in York and the surrounding areas that you’ll never grow bored. Perhaps most important is learning where to eat though, especially if you’re looking for the perfect end to a romantic date. […]
Read ArticleTuesday, March 30th, 2021
Do you ever look around your home and note that it feels cavernous? This is a common issue for owners and renters of larger properties. Lifestyles change, people move on, and a house that was once a hub of activity can now appear to echo with every footstep. If a large, empty home is starting […]
Read ArticleTuesday, March 16th, 2021
As the price of property has risen exponentially over the years, many people have been forced to look for creative ways to finance homeownership. One industry that has gained traction in recent years is shared ownership, aka part buy, part rent. The idea of shared ownership is simple. Rather than purchasing a property outright, you […]
Read ArticleThursday, March 4th, 2021
There are a great many things that are taken into consideration when finding a new home. One factor that can be forgotten is how your pets will feel about it. Goldfish, hamsters and tarantulas will likely be indifferent to the change in circumstances. Cats and dogs, however, can be bewildered by such significant alterations to […]
Read ArticleThursday, February 18th, 2021
Moving can be a famously stressful experience, so you’ll need to do whatever you can to make the process easier. We recommend retaining a sense of humour – sharing jokes pertaining to house moves may help with that. In addition, ease your transition with the aid of music. You can create a playlist to soundtrack […]
Read ArticleThursday, February 4th, 2021
The popular Small Faces ditty Lazy Sunday famously asked, “wouldn’t it be nice to get on with my neighbours?” Life is certainly easier if we’re on harmonious terms with those that live in proximity to our homes. We don’t need to be the best of friends. Basic courtesy and civility go a long way though, […]
Read ArticleFriday, January 22nd, 2021
There is nothing quite like a global pandemic to shake up your lifestyle. Many people are moving as a result of COVID-19 as they cannot bear to look at the same four walls any longer. For some, even more drastic action is required. Much like John Denver, many are leaving on a jet plane and […]
Read ArticleTuesday, January 12th, 2021
It’s no secret that purchasing property is beyond the reach of many people, especially in Yorkshire where prices are high. This leaves many individuals and families relying on the rental market to house themselves. Go Premium!(Opens in a new browser tab) If you’re lucky enough to own property that you let out to tenants, you […]
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