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8 Ways to Work with your Estate Agent for the Best Result

Estate Agents

July 1, 2022

So, you’ve picked out your estate agent to help sell your home, but what’s the next step? While for the most part the baton is now with the agent, who’s responsible for keeping the progress of the sale on track, there are still some things you can do to achieve the very best desired outcome

How to use creative photography to market your high-value home

Home Styling

June 2, 2022

Nine times out of ten, where is the first place a potential buyer will see your home? You guessed it – in a photograph! Whether it be online through a laptop screen or mobile phone, or on the street in an estate agent’s shop window, that small viewing frame should be treated as the place

Style Your Garden to Sell in 6 Easy Steps

Home Styling

May 5, 2022

What does your garden mean to you? For us, it can be summarised in three simple words: entertainment, enjoyment and peace. With it being such a pleasurable, versatile space, it’s no wonder several studies show that it’s within the top three priorities for a potential buyer. Surrounding your house at both front and back, it’s

Sell your home at Easter for a Summer Move

Estate Agents

April 2, 2022

Spring is a wonderful time to sell a home – the buds are budding, gardens are springing into life, and a little bit of sunshine makes everyone’s home look better. Plus, buyers have traditionally always started home searching in the spring, and the property portals tell us this is still the case today.

Wow your buyers! 12 styling tips they’ll love

Home Styling

March 2, 2022

“Give your home the ‘wow’ factor!” We’ve all heard this advice from property experts, but what does it mean? And how do you do it? Most importantly, is it worth the time and effort it may cost you? All good questions, and the answers will be revealed in this article – so let’s dive

Should I sell my home now? How the current shortage affects your home’s price

Estate Agents

February 5, 2022

2021 was a tremendous year for home price growth in the UK – the strongest since the mid-2000s – with many areas and types of home seeing values increase by double-figure percentages. This means a house bought for £500,000 only two years ago could be worth up to £600,000 today! The huge imbalance

New Year, New Move

Estate Agents

January 4, 2022

The new year encourages many of us to make positive changes in our lives. A popular choice is pledging to do more exercise, while some people might decide to learn a new skill. But if you were one of the many sellers who put their home on the market last year and you haven’t yet

How saleable is your home? Try our saleability scorecard and see

Estate Agents

December 1, 2021

Selling a home might not be an exact science, but there are a number of factors that will make a huge difference to how successful your sale will be. Our experience has shown us that homes that sell quickly and for a good price tend to have certain key things in common, so we’ve

a photo of a large home lit at dusk for viewings during winter

7 Tips To Sell Your Home In winter

Property Marketing

November 1, 2021

Nope, you don’t need to wait until Spring to put your property on the market. If you’re ready to move, you might be wondering whether to put your home on the market now or wait until the spring. Well, although winter may traditionally be a quieter time for home-moving than spring and summer, the market

Downsizing, upsizing and right-sizing – make the move that’s right for you

Property Marketing

October 2, 2021

Are you thinking about making a change to where you live? If you no longer need all the rooms in your home, you might have decided to downsize into something smaller. Or perhaps it’s the opposite – you need more space, in which case, it could be time to upsize into a new place. On

Thinking of changing estate agents? Our smooth move guide

Estate Agents

September 2, 2021

A great agent will be focused on selling your home at the best price, in a timeframe that suits you. If everything goes well, they’ll put the right value on it, market it effectively, then negotiate and progress your sale so you can move on to your new home as planned – and they’ll make

Summer selling for an autumn move

Estate Agents

August 2, 2021

Summer is a great time of year to sell your home. With bright, sunny days, gardens at their greenest and flowers blooming, your marketing photos will look fabulous! More daylight hours and generally better weather than at other times of year give people much more opportunity to view your home at its best and brightest.

These pro styling tips could add thousands to your home

Estate Agents

July 7, 2021

Use these six pro styling tips and you could add thousands to the value of your home One way to add value to your home is by renovating it. Another is through increasing the amount of accommodation, either by building an extension or converting something like the loft or a garage to create an extra

6 simple steps to prepare your home for viewings

Home Styling

June 1, 2021

A better viewing experience increases the likelihood of receiving an offer at asking price We know from experience that the better your home looks and feels when potential buyers come to view, the more likely you are to get an asking price offer. For many people, the decision about whether to buy a home is

Turning browsers into buyers – make sure your online advert stands out

Estate Agents

May 5, 2021

If you’ve ever searched online for a home yourself, you’ll know how many listings there are. The broader your search terms, the more results are going to come up, and then you start scrolling through… So, what is it that makes you stop scrolling? When you’re selling, how do you make sure your headline details

What to do when your home isn’t selling – 8 steps to boost your marketing

Estate Agents

April 3, 2021

You did it: you found an agent you liked, who loved your home and valued it at a price you were happy with. They put together an impressive marketing plan and the ‘For Sale’ board has been invitingly positioned at the end of the drive for a while. It seems like you’ve done everything right,

Unique homes – how we value them accurately

Estate Agents

March 4, 2021

As estate agents, valuing homes accurately is at the core of our business. We’ve got to price them at a level that attracts enough attention from buyers, while achieving the maximum sale price for our clients, and sometimes it’s a challenge – particularly when there’s not much to compare them to. We value homes

Planning to downsize? Start your new chapter in your next home

Estate Agents

December 1, 2020

Are you starting to feel like you’re rattling around in a house that’s too big for you? Are you ready to put less time, effort and money into somewhere new? Have you got your heart set on being closer to family (or further away)? Have you always dreamed of that coastal hideaway or a chocolate

Winter viewing? How to make yours a success

Property Marketing

November 2, 2020

We all dream of a white winter wonderland. A thick layer of snowy icing on the lawn, roaring fires, candlelit windows, movie afternoons wrapped in thick, downy duvets. The spicy scent of mulled wine drifting in from the kitchen. If your home is on the market and winter is on the horizon, you couldn’t hope

Secrets of fabulous property photography – learn from the pros

Home Styling

October 2, 2020

We have all heard that first impressions count and never is this truer than when trying to sell your property. Not only will excellent photographs catch the attention of eager buyers, but by emphasising the lifestyle your home actually offers, a well-planned photoshoot is likely to draw in serious viewers who won’t waste your time.

Seven reasons to sell in September

Estate Agents

September 3, 2020

Seven reasons to sell in September In the blink of an eye, the trees are dappled in burnished reds and golds. That first waft of coal fire smoke garnishes the dusky sky. Dust off your autumn boots and dig out your gloves…. September is here. Summer brought with it the UK’s busiest month of house

6 1/2 Simple styling secrets

Home Styling

August 4, 2020

TO MAKE A BUYER FALL IN LOVE WITH YOUR HOME You know your home looks good. You’ve chosen your estate agent, the photographer’s booked and you’re ready to launch. But is there something missing….? Let us help you transform your home from ‘market ready’ to ‘market ravishing’ with our home styling tips. So, what is

Switching estate agents

Selling

July 4, 2020

All you need to know to get it right When you chose your estate agent, you did so because you believed they could sell your home. You felt so certain, you even put your name to it when you signed the contract. However, months down the line, hopes of lots of viewers and

5 Ways Your Bedroom Could Help Achieve The Best Price For Your Home

Selling

February 7, 2020

All rooms in a property matter when it comes to selling a home, but some matter more than others. The bedroom is one of these rooms. So if you’re preparing to sell your home, take note. Here’s 5 ways to style your bedroom so that it’s not only more enjoyable to spend time in, but so that it’s highly appealing when selling too.

How To Sell Your Home Before Next Christmas

Selling

November 29, 2019

Believe me, I get it. You’re tired. You’re frustrated. You’re at the end of your tether and you feel like it’s never going to happen. We hear you. Everyday I speak with frustrated homeowners. And it’s because of these conversations that I want to tell you this story.

6 clever ways to maximise space in your home

Selling

May 29, 2019

Does your home feel cramped? Do you wish you had that little bit more space? Follow these simple, yet effective, tips to maximise the space in your home.

Top tips for a successful spring sale

Selling

March 8, 2019

A change of season is on the way, so it’s important to be prepared. These top tips for a successful spring sale will help you do it. And to achieve a premium price.