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02/11/2022

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗵𝘂𝗹𝗹 & 𝗟𝘆𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲

The economic events of recent months have prompted plenty of to-ing and fro-ing in the housing market.

While some buyers and sellers in Maghull & Lydiate have paused to consider their situations, others have put their foot on the gas to get deals swiftly across the line.

While this flurry of activity may be making headlines in national newspapers, it’s important to remember that property chain uncertainty is nothing new. Over the past few years, the average number of sales falling through before completion has hovered around the 30% mark.

Chains can come under pressure for various reasons, such as issues raised in the survey, one party having second thoughts or a change in circumstances (for example, divorce or bereavement).

The best strategy to keep your chain moving is to use an experienced agent (now is not the time to be taking the do-it-yourself route or relying on a chancer who is new to the game).

A good agent will have coaxed hundreds of chains over the line in good times and challenging ones.

A good agent:

• Communicates with the right people to keep the sale moving forward. Given the current mood in the market, you must know where everyone stands. Radio silence is never a good thing.
• Thinks laterally and makes constructive suggestions to help overcome issues slowing down the transaction.
• Is a savvy negotiator.
• Doesn’t shy away from difficult conversations and is able to speak candidly.
• Has a back-up plan if things change.

𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰
One of the most frustrating things about being part of a chain is that you’re relying on other people – over whom you have little influence – to get their act together.

The best way through is to focus on what is within your control. As well as choosing a good agent, it’s important to:

• Be organised. If you’re asked to provide information or paperwork, reply promptly.
• Have realistic expectations.
• Stay level-headed.

Here at The Good Estate Agent, we’re doing everything we can to keep deals going through. If you need advice or feel worried about your situation, get in touch. We’d be happy to speak with you.

30/10/2022

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵

28/10/2022

𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗮 𝗗𝗜𝗬 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲

𝘞𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘯𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘐𝘠 𝘚𝘖𝘚 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮? 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘪𝘱𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘪𝘥 𝘣𝘶𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘣.

Repairing and refurbing your own home can be immensely satisfying – and save you lots of money. But not every DIY task finishes well. One in eight ends in a mishap, while half of all DIYers confess to calling in a professional to rectify a mistake.*

From crooked countertops and fudged fireplaces to botched bathrooms and dodgy driveways, it’s amazing how – even with the best intentions – things can go wrong.

The easiest solution is to hire a professional to do the job. But with the cost of building materials rising and good tradespeople in hot demand, many homeowners don’t have that luxury.

If you’re planning to take matters into your own hands, here are some tips to ensure you get the result you’re after and that no one gets hurt.

𝗗𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: People often start DIY tasks in a rush of enthusiasm without having a clear plan. But it’s essential to measure, sketch and measure again to ensure you get things right. Pay attention to the fine details as these separate an excellent job from a bodged one.

𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁: Collate a detailed budget that includes everything you’ll require for the project and a small contingency fund for extras. This will prevent you from being hit with unexpected costs down the line.

𝗕𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰: Don’t try to cram too much work into a short space of time. Mistakes tend to happen when you’re in a rush and trying to cut corners. Also, be honest about your capabilities. Taking on a big job beyond your skill set could end in tears.

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲: It’s tempting to go for the cheapest materials, but sometimes this can be a false economy. For example, good quality paint will require fewer applications than cheap paint. And leave staple guns and hot glue guns to the Changing Rooms team. Short-term solutions often look tacky and create long-term problems.

𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁: Always use the right tools for the job and ensure they’re in good working order. Leave risky jobs, like repairing a boiler or tinkering with a fuse box, to a trained professional. Never undertake work that might undermine the house’s structure without getting advice from a structural engineer.

From all of us here at The Good Estate Agent, thanks for reading.

*Source: Poll conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Shawbrook Bank, 2021.

26/10/2022

𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵

𝘈 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘳𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘱𝘴𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴 𝘪𝘴𝘯’𝘵 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮? 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘶𝘵.

Selling a property isn’t a sprint; it can be a marathon. It takes time to market a home, find the best buyer, agree on a price and then deal with the legal paperwork. So, it’s all the more frustrating when a deal collapses – especially if you’re within touching distance of the finish line.

But with reports of around 31% of property sales falling through before completion, is it simply a case of bad luck? Or are there ways to minimise your chances of disappointment?

While there’s never a 100% guarantee you’ll complete your deal, it’s useful to understand the reasons why sales collapse so that you can take steps to avoid them.

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟭: 𝗨𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
Often, chains collapse because one party gets fed up with how long the process is taking. Perhaps the buyer is desperate to complete because they’re expecting a baby, while the seller has a specific property wish list and is struggling to find a suitable home to move to.

Or maybe the seller is keen to crack on, but the buyer is slow to get their finances sorted. Whatever the reason, emotions can run high, and mistrust can set in as the process drags on.

𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
It’s important that both parties clearly understand each other’s situation. A good agent will facilitate this by encouraging an honest conversation at the start of the process. They’ll also keep both parties regularly updated as the situation progresses.

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟮: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲
Banks are tightening up when it comes to lending, especially to candidates with smaller deposits. Even buyers with a mortgage in principle can find the bank later refuses to lend to them.

𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
While price is hugely important, sometimes the highest offer may not be the best deal. For example, if you’re keen to move, a cash buyer offering a few thousand pounds less could be a better option than a buyer with a small deposit who might struggle to secure finance. However, waiting a bit longer for that extra cash could be the right thing if time is on your side. Your agent can advise you depending on your circumstances.

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟯: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀
Buyers can get cold feet if the surveyor’s report identifies problems.

𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵
This one is tough as it depends on the issues highlighted in the report. If the concerns raised are relatively minor, it may be possible to reach a compromise quickly and without too much drama. Again, it helps if you have an experienced agent on board to handle discussions.

Here at The Good Estate Agent, we’re experts at getting deals across the line. Get in touch for a free valuation.

20/10/2022

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿

𝘛𝘰 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺 𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘵 𝘢 𝘴𝘯𝘢𝘪𝘭’𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 – 𝘰𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 – 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘢 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘰𝘳. 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘯𝘦.

Once you’ve agreed a deal to sell or buy a property, the next step is to instruct a solicitor to handle all the relevant searches, paperwork and enquiries.

It can be tempting to go with the cheapest solicitor you can find or the first one you come across on the high street, but it’s worth doing your research.

Property transactions can be surprisingly complicated, and a good solicitor can make all the difference in completing a deal with minimal fuss and delay.

With a mediocre solicitor, however, the process can get mired in delays. And the longer it all takes, the greater the risk that someone in the chain gets impatient and pulls the plug – leaving you out of pocket and back at square one.

Here are six tips, courtesy of property solicitors The Partnership, to help you make the right decision.

1) Do your homework. Ask around for word-of-mouth referrals and get a few quotes so that you can compare offers.

2) Check fee carefully, so that you understand what you’ll be paying and don’t get stung by hidden costs. Some solicitors still charge the full fee even if the sale falls through.

3) When contacting solicitors, gauge their responsiveness to your initial enquiry. If they take a long time to return your call, chances are they’ll be even harder to get hold of as the case progresses.

4) Look into the firm’s performance figures and the average time it takes to finalise transactions. If a firm has a poor track record in completing deals, it doesn’t bode well for the timely resolution of your transaction.

5) Find out how many people will be working on your case. A solicitor working solo could get side-tracked dealing with other matters, meaning your case is delayed. Work on your case could also grind to a halt when the solicitor is on leave.

6) Choose a firm that uses a secure client portal to communicate, rather than email. There have been cases where fraudsters have intercepted email correspondence and conned buyers out of large sums. Secure client portals are also more convenient for out-of-hours access.

For more information on buying or selling a property, get in touch with us here at The Good Estate Agent.

13/10/2022

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗚𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗽 𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 £££𝘀

The last two years have been hectic for the Lydiate & Maghull property market.

But now, the market is slowing down, and homes are not selling as fast as they once were.

It’s also becoming harder to sell a home for a premium price.

Add to that the cost of living crisis and other global events hitting us in our collective pockets.

The good news is it’s still possible to achieve an excellent price for your home if the estate agent working with you knows how.

As the economy stagnates, homeowners want and need to get the best possible amount for selling what is often the most valuable thing they own (unless you have a Monte Carlo-moored super yacht, perhaps).

Working with an exceptional estate agent is the key to unlocking your home’s selling potential. Yes, we know, we would say that.

But particularly when every pound counts, selecting a skilled, experienced agent is a worthwhile investment.

Below are the three main reasons you need a value-for-money estate agent now, more than ever.

𝟭) 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗽 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲
If the cheapest agent charges a £1,000 fee but sells your home for £10,000 less than an agent whose fee is £3,000, who really is the cheapest? The best agents put more money in your hands.

𝟮) 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀
When buyers become less active, it’s crucial your property’s marketing is of a high standard. The best agents know this. Skilled agents build a buzz around your property that increases desire and demand by creating outstanding marketing and presenting your home in its best possible light.

When a property is in demand, it drives up the potential price.

The flip side of this is poor photography, lazy property listings and agents being reactive, not proactive. Ask any estate agent you consider selling with to share their marketing plan for your property. If they don’t have a clear, well-thought-out plan – run away.

𝟯) 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀
Agents who work off selling as many properties as quickly as possible, but for cheaper fees, often don’t have the will or skill to negotiate on your behalf. It’s simply not in their interest to do anything that would potentially make the selling process longer.

That pile ‘em high, sell ‘em cheap approach can cost you thousands of pounds. This strategy might work when selling baked beans, but it doesn’t help homeowners maximise their home’s value.

The best agents know how to attract the biggest pool of potential buyers, putting you in a position where you have multiple offers.

And here’s where the art of negotiation comes into play.

A skilled agent will give experienced-based advice on which offer is your best option and advise you. They will then negotiate on your behalf to sell your home for the best possible price.

We’re here for the home sellers of Maghull & Lydiate, now, more than ever.

28/09/2022

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲

Whether you live in a tiny apartment, a three-bedroom semi or a mansion, there’s one thing you probably want more of – storage. It’s not exciting, it’s not earth-shattering, it’s just space. But it definitely matters.

We’ve all got a lot of stuff. Putting it away (or hiding it) is something that seems to occupy a lot of time and patience.

𝘐𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥, 𝘸𝘦’𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘶𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘵𝘪𝘥𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘹𝘪𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦. 𝘐𝘵’𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘵 𝘴𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘮𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢 𝘧𝘦𝘸 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘴.

𝟭) 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝘂𝗽
Ceilings are wide, empty spaces that offer a huge amount of storage space. Obviously not suitable for every room, ceiling storage racks are a good idea if you’ve got a garage or spare room piled high with stuff. From strong metal racks to hanging shelves, they’re a great way to box up your bits and pieces and get them out of the way.

𝟮) 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿
Brooms, mops, feather dusters – they all take up space that you just don’t have, so what’s the best way to store them? Wall-mounted broom organisers are our favourite way to save space. Many just stick on so there’s no need to drill holes. Use them on the backs of doors and free up cupboard or floor space.

Store your cleaning products in organiser boxes, many of which come with handles so you can carry them round as you clean your house.

𝟯) 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗱
While this is one that most people have clocked onto, it’s the way you store things that actually matters. Don’t just shove them under the bed and forget about them. Try vacuum packing clothes to get more space or buying storage boxes with wheels for easy access. Keeping your things organised is key to making the most of under-the-bed space.

𝟰) 𝗧𝗼𝘆 𝘁𝗶𝗱𝘆 𝘂𝗽
If you’ve got kids, you’ve probably got mountains of old toys, stuffed animals and other bits that clutter up your space. Keep like items together and clearly labelled. You’ll never have to worry where Bugsy the bunny rabbit has disappeared to and can avoid stepping on bits of Lego. Transparent boxes are useful, so you can see where stuff is without having to hunt around and empty everything out.

Toy rotation is also a good way to keep your little kids busy and your floor clutter-free. Under-fives seem to accumulate a lot of toys very quickly, so keep a big box of toys handy and rotate them every few weeks.

What are your best storage ideas? Comment below and share some tips.

21/09/2022

𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆

Whether you’re a DIY kind of person or prefer to hire a professional, home improvements are on the up.

Since the pandemic, savvy homeowners have been looking for ways to make their properties more comfortable and more desirable to future buyers.

So, what are the most popular home improvement trends?

How can you wow potential buyers with your use of space?

𝘐𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥, 𝘸𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘢𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘰𝘱𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘣𝘶𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘢𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘗𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 2022 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵.

𝟭) 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀
Using a room for multiple purposes was one of the key trends that came out of lockdown and is important for future buyers. People added bars and gyms to their homes at an average cost of £14,000, while open plan spaces were divided into usable zones for all the family.

Buyers love to see how a space can be used, as it helps them imagine how they can live in a new home.

𝟮) 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗺𝗽
Gardening is cool. Especially since 2020, and people have been making big investments into their outdoor spaces during and after the pandemic. Al fresco dining areas and garden landscaping have become more popular over the last few years, along with summer houses and conservatories.

𝙏𝙤𝙥 𝙩𝙞𝙥: An easy way to make your garden more attractive to buyers is by creating a living wall (or green wall). While there are some quite technical living wall irrigation systems that require professional installation, you can keep it simple (and budget-friendly) by installing vertical planters or grow bags.

𝟯) 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲
Working from home became a huge challenge for many people in 2020, so it’s easy to see why home offices are now something many buyers are interested in for their future properties.

Whether it’s converting the box room into a usable office or investing in drop-down desks, showing buyers how and where they can work is a great way to boost a property’s desirability.

𝟰) 𝗘𝗰𝗼 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
As the energy crisis continues, many people have invested in energy-friendly home improvements to save on bills and attract buyers. The Rated People report found a massive 419% increase in demand for roof insulation and a 404% jump in demand for electric car charging points. Heat pumps and new windows have also seen a rise in popularity.

Buyers love eco-friendly improvements as it may mean cheaper, green mortgages, which immediately make a property more attractive.

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆, 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝟬𝟭𝟱𝟭 𝟰𝟱𝟯 𝟬𝟭𝟬𝟬.

14/09/2022

𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲? 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀

There’s no doubt about it, moving home is one of the most stressful life events you can go through. As you wade through boxes, try to settle the kids, hunt for the toaster, and pay off all the moving bills, you’ll probably be trying not to scream and lose your cool.

So, what’s the solution? Can you make a house move less hectic for all those involved?

We think so. Here’s our ultimate moving checklist. You can thank us later.

𝟭) 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆
As soon as you know you’re planning to move, start the process of decluttering. By reducing the amount of stuff early, there’ll be less to lug around in boxes later, so it’s worth having a clear-out prior to the packing process.

𝟮) 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲
Whether you’re using a man in a van, hiring a removal company, or doing it yourself, make sure you’ve compared prices and booked in for the big day.

If you’re not moving big items of furniture, it might be more budget-friendly to hire a van yourself. If you’ve got a lot to move or you’re taking large items such as beds and wardrobes, then a removal company is your best bet.

𝟯) 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘀
Before moving in, put a list of questions together for the people you’re buying from, so you have all the vital info you need. Questions to ask include: the location of the gas and electric meters and stopcock, utility providers, bin collection day, if they can leave instruction manuals, etc.

𝟰) 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁
You can pay a small fee to Royal Mail to have your post redirected for a set time. This is a great way to make your move less stressful as you won’t panic about missing any outstanding bills or important documents.

𝟱) 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗯𝗼𝘅𝗲𝘀
Keep your packing organised. Label each box so you know what room it’s destined for and briefly describe what’s in the box. This will make the actual move-in period a lot easier.

Top tip: Make sure you’ve packed a box of everyday essentials such as a kettle, tea and coffee, biscuits, mugs, a few plates and crockery. This makes your first few meals much less stressful.

𝟲) 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴
Reduce your children’s anxiety about moving by helping them to create a special moving box containing all their special toys, comforters and so on. Hopefully, when you move, this will reduce any worries or fears about change by keeping things familiar and easy to find.

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲, 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝟬𝟭𝟱𝟭 𝟰𝟱𝟯 𝟬𝟭𝟬𝟬

11/09/2022

𝗡𝗼 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆?

08/09/2022

Phillip came to me today,
and said it was time to go.
I looked at him and smiled,
as i whispered that "I know"

I then turned and looked behind me,
and seen I was asleep.
All my Family were around me,
and I could hear them weep.

I gently touched each shoulder,
with Phillip by my side.
Then I turned away and walked,
with My Angel guide.

Phillip held my hand,
as he lead the way,
to a world where King's and Queens,
are Monarch's every day.

I was given a crown to wear
or a Halo known by some.
The difference is up here,
they are worn by everyone.

I felt a sense of peace,
my reign had seen its end.
70 years I had served my Country,
as the peoples friend.

Thank you for the years,
for all your time and love.
Now I am one of two again,
in our Palace up above.

Poem borrowed from and written by unknown author

07/09/2022

𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗢𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗜𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴

If your home is on the market, you’re probably in a constant state of anticipation. Will this viewing be the one? Are you going to get your asking price? Will you need to accept a lower offer?

We bet there are lots of questions and scenarios running through your head. But if you’re not getting enough interest in your home or if it has been on the market for ages, is it time to switch agents?

Recent research by Rightmove found that underperforming agents are one of the key reasons why properties don’t sell.

𝘐𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥, 𝘸𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘢𝘵 𝘢 𝘧𝘦𝘸 𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘧𝘭𝘢𝘨𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘸𝘢𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘴𝘢𝘭𝘦.

𝗟𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴
If your home isn’t being promoted properly, you’ll not only struggle to sell, but there could be lots of potential buyers who haven’t even seen your property listing.

A good agent should produce a detailed, accurate listing with clearly marked floor plans, photographs and key factors outlined. This includes information such as proximity to schools, transport links, potential to extend and other selling points.

As well as being listed online, estate agents should proactively contact potential buyers and sing your property’s praises. You’ll also want the listing placed in their shop front window for maximum exposure.

𝗜𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴
We all want to sell our properties for as much as possible, but inaccurate pricing can kill off buyer interest quicker than you think.

An over-inflated purchase price won’t lead to success, so make sure you do your research into recent sold prices in the area. Similarly, be wary if an agent suggests lowering your asking price. While this could be a response to a genuine lack of interest, it may also be a lazy way to sell your home quickly. It’s easy to check sold prices online, so make sure you do.

𝗟𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗹𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀
Generally, it’s not a good idea to stick around if an agent has booked a viewing. But if this is the 20th viewing and you still don’t have an offer, stay put and listen to how they’re selling your property.

Are they engaged and knowledgeable? Can they answer the buyer’s questions? If not, maybe it is time to switch.

A good agent will be passionate and keen to sell. They should be able to talk about the specifics of your home and easily answer questions (or offer to get the information as soon as possible if they can’t).

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘀𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽. 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘂𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗻 𝟬𝟭𝟱𝟭 𝟰𝟱𝟯 𝟬𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆.

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