Many of us dream about having our own swimming pool, especially as summer approaches. What better way to beat a heatwave? And, on a more practical note, swimming is great exercise, suitable for all ages and fitness levels. So, if you are searching for your next home,...
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Budget 2024 update; buying more than one property
The Government’s 2024 Spring Budget saw significant changes to the way property is taxed, including the imminent abolition of multiple dwelling relief. This will primarily affect investors looking to buy multiple properties at the same time, however, it could also...
Gazumping and gazundering – perils in an uncertain market
Research suggests that nearly a third of recent sellers have suffered gazundering, which property pundits attribute to a downturn in the market. But, in some areas, the lack of suitable properties means there is still fierce competition for homes, with buyers trying...
Important information you must provide when selling your home
When selling your home, you may recall the expression ‘buyer beware’. But what does this mean, and is it still relevant today? ‘Historically, the buyers in a conveyancing transaction have been responsible for satisfying themselves on a property’s suitability,’...
7 important reasons you should register your property with HM Land Registry
Nearly 10 per cent of land in England and Wales has never been registered at HM Land Registry, usually because the owner bought the property a long time ago or inherited it. ‘If your property is not registered, this should have little or no impact on you on a...