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Buying a house on a private road has many implications. As well as the pros and cons of properties on private roads, buying one can mean more issues for your conveyancer or solicitors to look into. In this blog, we look at what we mean by a private road, why properties on private roads appeal to buyers and what potential pitfalls you should be aware of too.

When it comes to selling property in Guildford, it’s worth remembering that many people move out to Surrey in search of more space. Equally, a house with a garden will nearly always fetch a higher price than a similar one with no garden. For this reason, properties with gardens are always popular and wise sellers make the most of their gardens when they’re preparing to put their homes on the market. In this blog, we look at quick fixes for your garden when it’s time to sell – we’ll take the seasons into account as well.

A 2022 survey by an estate agency chain revealed that location plays a part in 85% of house sales. With these kinds of figures reflecting property selling trends, we can all see that a home’s location is not something to ignore. In this blog, we look at why location matters, and how sellers can make the most of location when they’re selling property.

What is an HMO? HMO stands for house of multiple occupation and it’s covered by different standards from traditional tenancies. Being a tenant in an HMO can also be a different experience from a normal house share. Let’s take a closer look.

If you’re planning to sell property in Guildford or anywhere else in Surrey and Hampshire, you’re probably keen to make the most of every aspect of your home. You might have tidied up the front garden to improve kerb appeal, or given the bathroom grout a really good going over with a toothbrush. And if certain areas of your property are dark or lack natural light, it’s important to make the most of them to attract the right buyer. In this blog, we look at the pros and cons of rooms with little or no natural light, and how to make the most of them when it’s time to sell your property.

When you’re looking to sell property in Guildford or anywhere else in the home counties, you’re probably considering ways you can add value to your property. You may have considered upgrading some of the features of your house to more environmentally friendly alternatives, such as changing to LED light bulbs or installing solar panels. Taking steps to make your home greener is nearly always the right thing to do. It lowers your household’s carbon footprint and usually saves you money in the long run. But it doesn’t necessarily translate into instant value when it’s time to sell. It’s important to remember that most green solutions require a large financial outlay at the beginning. In this blog, we look at the different eco features home owners can install, and what they mean for you when it’s time to sell your house.

The house you’re selling was once the house you loved. Perhaps you still do! When you’re selling property, it’s a good idea to think of what made you fall in love with it as it might well have appeal to the next buyer too. Think about what features would make your house stand out from the crowd and be sure to make the most of them when it’s time to sell.

When you move house, you’ll want your broadband set up at your new address so you can access everything online you depend on. With the development of smart tech for the home, you may also need a wi-fi connection just so you can relax in front of the TV at the end of moving day. In this blog, we look at what broadband options you can consider when you’re moving house, and pitfalls to avoid.

Children are often the reason we move house – we need to upsize, or move nearer to a good school, or nearer to work so we can have more time at home. But moving house with children is no easy task, so we’ve put together some top tips to make your family move a bit smoother.

Before you commit to buying a house, there are many considerations to make. It might seem like your dream home now, but will you still love it when the weather changes or it needs a bit of maintenance? Many houses have at least one flat roof, even if it’s over the garage. It’s a good idea to consider the pros and cons of buying a property which includes a flat roof – you might want to tap into the potential or prepare yourself for the drawbacks! In this blog, we look at the pros and cons of flat roofs.