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How to Improve Your Family’s Diet

05/06/23

In this quick read, we explore some easy ways to improve your diet and make eating well more interesting for the whole family.

The Benefits of Selling to a First-Time Buyer – and How t...

05/06/23

​​​​​​​First-time buyers are key drivers in the property market and could be the ideal candidate to purchase your home. So, are you doing enough to...

Why Summer Is the Right Time for Landlords to Tackle Ener...

05/06/23

Summer is a good time to get your property ready for winter by making changes that will improve its energy efficiency and reduce heating costs. Her...

How to Create Gorgeous Window Boxes 

02/06/23

All it takes to create a spectacular display that gives your home instant kerb appeal is a windowsill big enough to accommodate a planter box and a...

How to Keep Your Rental Property Safe This Summer

02/06/23

How can tenants and landlords stay one step ahead of the crooks and avoid the financial and psychological cost of a break-in? The answer is to be v...

Should You Sell Your Home to a Loved One?

02/06/23

In this quick read, we look at some of the things that could go (very) wrong if you’re thinking about selling to a family member or friend.

All You Need to Know about Charging Electric Cars 

22/05/23

If you’re thinking about making a change or just want to find out more about charging an EV, this article is just for you. 

Guide to Garden Maintenance for Landlords and Tenants

22/05/23

Garden maintenance can be a thorny issue between tenants and landlords, so here’s a useful guide to help avoid confusion.

You Need a Mortgage Broker – and Here’s Why

22/05/23

In this quick read, we look at why a mortgage broker could help you buy your dream home while saving you time and hassle.

Update: What the Renters’ Reform Bill Means for Landlords

19/05/23

The bill will now be scrutinised by MPs and members of the House of Lords, so is subject to change. But here’s a brief rundown of the proposals as ...

What Landlords Need to Know about Condensation and Mould

15/05/23

How can landlords and tenants combat condensation and mould? Read on to find out.

What Buyers Need to Know about Sales Progression

15/05/23

Here’s a list of how a good agent can help get a deal across the line.

White Sheets and Scented Candles – The Secrets of a Luxur...

15/05/23

So, if your bedroom needs an overhaul, why not create your own five-star sleep retreat? We’ve looked at some ways to give your bedroom that luxury ...

Is Your Property Priced Too High?

10/05/23

Whatever the reason, time and time again, properties are put on the market at an over-inflated price. Sellers are forced to lower the asking price ...

Five Ways to Be a Great Landlord

10/05/23

In this three-minute read, we look at five priorities a landlord should consider.

Ten Weird and Wonderful Facts about Eurovision

10/05/23

We’ve compiled some fun facts from Eurovision’s history to mark the occasion.

Get Ready for the Coronation Weekend in Evesham

02/05/23

So, how will you celebrate? In this quick read, we give you some of our ideas.

How to Stop Vermin Invading Your Property

02/05/23

How can landlords and tenants prevent vermin infestation? Both parties have roles to play.

Why Staging Your Property Could Help You Sell It

02/05/23

While home staging has always been done in America and is common for new-build show homes, it’s growing in popularity.

Home Selling Guide for Pet Owners

26/04/23

Don’t let your beloved family pet stop you from achieving top selling price for your property. Follow these tips to ensure buyers don’t get sniffy ...

Enjoy Your Outside Space with These Top Garden Trends

26/04/23

In this quick read, we look at this year’s top garden trends and how you can make your space a design dream.

How the Cost-of-Living Crisis Is Impacting Rents

26/04/23

In this two-minute read, we explore three reasons rents are going up and why landlords aren’t just profiting off a volatile rental market.

Earth Day in Evesham: Make a Planet Positive Impact!

20/04/23

We're encouraging the good people of Evesham to do something small to make a big difference to our planet.

Feng Shui: Could It Bring Harmony to Your Home?

17/04/23

The ancient Chinese practice of feng shui literally means ‘wind’ and ‘water’. So, is it a valuable guide for harmonious living or a load of hot air? 

What Landlords Need to Know about Void Periods

17/04/23

Success as a landlord doesn’t just centre around what you do when your property is tenanted. How you manage your rental when it’s empty is also cru...

Why Your Dingy Bathroom Could Be Putting Buyers Off

17/04/23

If a kitchen is the heart of a home, then the bathroom is the brains. It’s where you get a few minutes of privacy every day (unless you’ve got todd...

Moving Home Just Got Less Stressful

12/04/23

Just the thought of moving home can make you break out into a cold sweat. So how can you minimise those feelings of panic?

How Will You Celebrate National Scrabble Day?

12/04/23

Love it or hate it, Scrabble has been around for a long time, and 13 April is National Scrabble Day (yes, this is actually a real thing).

Ways to Avoid Deposit Disputes When You Leave Your Rental

12/04/23

If you’re nearing the end of a tenancy agreement, there are a few things you can do to ensure your check-out inspection goes well and (upon moving ...

Cheap and Cheerful Ways to Have Family Fun This Easter

04/04/23

If you’re looking for ways to keep your children entertained this Easter, here are some fun activities that won’t break the bank.

Four Ways to Reduce the Stress of Being a Landlord

04/04/23

Being a landlord is one of those jobs where there’s no middle ground. It’s either low stress with great tenants and affordable mortgage rates, or i...

Estate Agent Costs: Fixed Fees Vs Commission

04/04/23

​​​​​​​So, you’re selling up and don’t know whether to instruct a traditional estate agent or a DIY fixed-fee agency. Let’s look at the pros and co...

Is Your Home a Hazard Zone?

27/03/23

While everyone wants a home that is safe and hazard-free, sometimes little mishaps can cause a whole lot of bother. So, how can we make our homes s...

A Guide to Adapting Your Rental for Older Tenants 

27/03/23

A third of renters are now over 45. And due to high property prices and the challenges of getting a mortgage later in life, many in this group will...

Four Signs You’ve Found Yourself a Committed Buyer

27/03/23

While no sale comes with an ironclad guarantee, here are four signs that your buyer means business.

Springtime Tips to Spruce Up Your Garden

20/03/23

Remember lockdown when we had nothing to do? Gardening became a fun pastime, and having outside space was a luxury. Well, now that the spring sunsh...

How to Make Sure Your Rental Property Is Safe

20/03/23

Unless you’re lucky enough to have long-term tenants, every time a new lot of renters move in, there are lots of checks to be made, forms to sign, ...

Price Drop or Agent Swap? What to Do if Your Home Isn’t S...

20/03/23

If your dreams of a speedy property sale have hit the skids, it’s time to change strategies. Read on to discover the best way to get your sale back...

Mothering Sunday: How to Cope If It’s a Difficult Day for...

14/03/23

If you’re looking forward to doing something special for Mother’s Day on Sunday, we wish you all the best – but this article isn’t for you. 

Four Reasons Why Spring Is a Great Time to Sell Your Home

14/03/23

Traditionally, spring is the busiest season for property sales (pre-pandemic data shows that properties listed in March sell the fastest*).

Keep Calm: Your Landlord is Selling Your Rental

14/03/23

What if your landlord tells you they’re planning to sell the property where you live?

International Women’s Day – The Women Who Inspire Us

07/03/23

International Women’s Day is an event marked around the world – in the news, all over social media and in most schools. And so it should be.

Refurbing Your Buy-to-Let: Eight Ways Landlords Can Benefit

07/03/23

“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” That’s the view some landlords take on the question of renovating a buy-to-let.

A Landlord’s Guide to Selling a Rental Property

07/03/23

Over the last 12 months, it’s been reported that many landlords have decided enough is enough and are exiting the buy-to-let game in their droves.

Want to Live Happily Ever After? Don’t Fall for This Comm...

27/02/23

Let’s look at the most common property fairy tale and how falling for it can cost you time and money.

How to Find a Letting Agent in Evesham: Six Questions to ...

27/02/23

​​​​​​​Fed up with self-managing your buy-to-let and want a top-notch professional to do it for you instead? Here’s how to find the best letting ag...

Quick Tips for Tidying Up before a House Viewing

27/02/23

As the old saying goes, first impressions matter. And when it comes to showing off your property, the way it looks will go a long way to impress po...

The Ultimate 2023 Guide to a Fashionable Kitchen

27/02/23

The kitchen is the heart of the home, so does it really matter what it looks like? Well, according to interior design trendsetters, it definitely d...

Advantages and Disadvantages of Including Bills in Your Rent

27/02/23

So how can you make your rental property as attractive to tenants as possible?

Sellers Beware: What to Look for in the Fine Print When C...

27/02/23

When hunting for a professional to sell your home, you’ll probably compile a list of property-related questions to fire off at prospective estate a...

How to Sell Your Home after a Divorce or Separation

13/02/23

Research shows that moving house and getting divorced are two of the most stressful things you can do.

Turn Your Rental Property into Somewhere You Love

13/02/23

Whether your rental property is a blank space you just sleep in, or it’s a new family property, it’s important to make it feel like home.

How Baby Banks Are Helping Struggling Families

13/02/23

You’ve no doubt heard of food banks, but do you know what a baby bank is?

Buying a Property in 2023? Here’s What You Need to Know

06/02/23

If 2023 was the year you would buy a new home, it’s fair to say that the gloomy news headlines might have you rethinking things a bit.

Managing a Property Portfolio: Tips to Save You Time and ...

06/02/23

How do portfolio landlords deal with the multitude of tasks and mountains of red tape that come with managing several properties? Read on to find out.

The Anti-Valentine’s Day Guide

06/02/23

If you’re a hopeless romantic, look away now. In this three-minute read, we look at why Valentine’s Day isn’t romantic at all and how you should sp...

Petition Calls for Tax Change to Stop Landlords Exiting t...

03/02/23

Property industry figures are calling for action to prevent a critical shortage of rental stock in the buy-to-let sector.

Need to Sell Your Home in an Uncertain Market? 

30/01/23

One minute, the housing market is at an all-time high, the next, newspapers are warning it will plunge faster than a block of concrete in a swimmin...

When Can You Deduct Money from a Tenant’s Deposit?

30/01/23

The end of a tenancy agreement can be stressful for landlords. You need to make sure the property isn’t vacant for long and there may be a need for...

​​​​​​​Four Ways to Make Maths Fun for Your Kids

30/01/23

Helping your child understand basic maths concepts doesn’t have to be a chore or a bore. Follow these four tips to discover how it can be child’s p...

Interior Design Trends of 2023

23/01/23

If you’re thinking of freshening up the interior of your home this year, here’s a list of what’s trending on the design front.

Common Tricks Used to Swindle Landlords – and How to Avoi...

23/01/23

Scammers are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to make a fast buck, often leaving landlords out of pocket or caught up in messy legal disputes.

How to Earn Extra Income from Your Home

23/01/23

In a cost of living crisis, it’s not a bad idea to think of ways to make (or save) extra cash. Some people take on part-time jobs or start up a sid...

How to Choose the Right Buyer for Your Home

16/01/23

Accept an offer from a fast-talker or a faffer, and your hopes for a speedy property deal could be scuppered. Here’s how to choose the right buyer.

How to Manage Joint Tenancies: Tips for Landlords

16/01/23

Joint tenancies can be a great way for friends and couples to share costs and a steady source of income for landlords – but they’re not without the...

How to Be More Productive in 2023

16/01/23

If you’re feeling sluggish after a few weeks back at work post-Christmas, here are some tips to boost your productivity and give you more of that m...

Why Overvaluing Your Property Could Spell Disaster

09/01/23

So, your home is on the market, you’ve decluttered, the sink is sparkling, and you’re patiently waiting for potential buyers to come and view your ...

How to Find a Good Contractor for Your Rental

09/01/23

If you’re a seasoned landlord, chances are you’ve experienced at least one out-of-hours call from a panicked tenant about a leaky toilet or boiler ...

How to Avoid Feeling Blue in This January

09/01/23

We’re three weeks into January. Have you stuck to those New Year’s resolutions? Are your jeans still feeling a bit snug after overindulging on Chri...

Make Your January Dog Walks More Fun

06/01/23

Whether you’ve got a pooch who wears fancy jumpers, a big blonde Labrador or a tiny handbag-sized companion, this month is all about them. If you d...

How to Work Out the Value of Your Property

06/01/23

What Your Tenants Need to Know on Moving-In Day

06/01/23

Want to get your new tenancy off to a good start and safeguard against future disputes? Then here are some important things you should tell your te...

Why the Highest Offer Isn’t Always the Best Offer

23/12/22

So, you’re selling your home. You’re looking for the highest price and crossing your fingers for a smooth sale. But is the greatest offer always th...

Weird and Wonderful Ways the World Celebrates NYE

23/12/22

Whether you’re planning a big night out, popping open the champers in front of the TV or having an early night, New Year’s Eve is all about having ...

What the New Year Will Bring for Landlords

23/12/22

It’s safe to say, 2022 has been a year full of change for landlords. The last 12 months have seen more buy-to-let landlords selling up than ever be...

Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing Your Home for Sale

19/12/22

Whatever your goal, the best way to turn your dream into reality is to secure a good price for your current home. And to help you achieve this, we’...

What Are Mortgage Overpayments?

13/12/22

Putting rising interest rates to one side (easier said than done) and ignoring the doom and gloom news we’ve been exposed to over the last few mont...

How To Winter-Proof Your Rental Property

06/12/22

How to make sure your property is ready for the cold winter months and protect your tenants from mould and other harmful effects of the season.

Reduce Energy Bills and Boost Property Value

28/11/22

How improving the energy efficiency of your home can help increase the value of the property.

Top Tax Tips for Landlords

24/11/22

A significant shift in how landlords file tax returns is looming on the horizon. Here’s what landlords need to know about the changes. If you’re a ...

The Top Ten Things Landlords in Evesham Can Do to Prosper...

21/01/21

In this two-minute speed read we look at 10 things you can do as a landlord to make 2021 a year to remember for all the right reasons.

How leasehold reforms could impact homeowners in Evesham

14/01/21

What will the new leasehold reforms, announced last week, deliver for leasehold property owners in Evesham? Here’s what we know so far.

The latest data shows it's full steam ahead in the Evesha...

25/05/19

Why buyers love Evesham so much, and why it matters to you

05/05/19

Since 2000, the average Evesham home has increased in price by 144.3 per cent. The best performing property type has been...

What do homebuyers in Evesham really look for?

09/08/18

If you have ever sold your home, you will be all too familiar with the pressure to make the property look tip-top in time for a viewing. Your home ...

What would more rate rises mean for Evesham?

06/02/18

In the residential property world, the most important macroeconomic indicator we're obsessed with is interest rates. Interest rates are the main to...

Why it’s a good idea to make your move in Evesham befor...

10/01/18

The benefits of owning a home in Evesham are huge. While it’s true that across the country homeowners are benefitting from steady and reliable ca...

Evesham home values rise by 7.19% as town mortgage debt t...

08/08/17

It could be said that the political events of the past 18 months should have caused significant unpredictability in the UK property market, but the...

Common myths about the Evesham property market

09/07/17

Has someone who has just sold their home ever told you about the ‘golden rules’ you should abide by to get a quick sale? Perhaps you have heard...