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One of the advantages of renting property is that when something goes wrong with the house or its appliances, someone else sorts it out for you. If the property is fully managed, you contact the property management team. In other circumstances, you contact the landlord. However, while Cobbles and our landlords provide a great property management service, it’s not immediate. The office can’t be open 24/7 and even landlords are entitled to go on holiday (!). Fortunately, some minor interventions are permitted under tenants’ responsibilities. They could save you time and headaches. In this blog, we take a quick look at tenants’ responsibilities and share three home hacks that could make a difference.

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.

Inheriting property can be a very mixed bag. As well as the fact that it might well come into your life during a very emotional time, you will also find yourself with some decisions to make. If you are the sole inheritor, you will have to make the decisions on your own. And if there are several beneficiaries of the will, you’ll have to make decisions together, which can be even harder! In this blog, we look at the options for when you inherit property.

Buying property is always a big commitment, and getting onto the property ladder can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, with careful planning and a good understanding of the process, it is possible to buy your own property and invest in your future. In this blog, we look at what you need to know before you buy your first home.

Non-payment of rent is always an uncomfortable subject. It’s important to remember that it can happen for a number of reasons, from simple mistakes to financial problems. For landlords, non-payment of rent means a hole in the budget and problems with buy-to-let mortgage repayments. In this blog, we look at the service estate agents like Cobbles provide to landlords when tenants do not or cannot pay the rent. These services are available to landlords who use the “rent collection” and “fully managed” services, but not to the “let only” landlords.

Whether you’re new to renting property or you’re a lifelong tenant, you might have some questions about your tenancy deposit. Certainly, it’s an additional expense when you’re renting and something to incorporate into your budget for the first month. Fortunately, if the tenancy reaches the end and the property is still in great condition, you’ll get the budget back to put towards your next property. Let’s take a closer look at tenancy deposits.

There is so much to do when you’re selling a house. As well as clearing out and packing up, there is also the paperwork to complete. This includes the TA10 form, also known as the Fixtures and Fittings form. While it may sound like a minor part of the conveyancing process, if you neglect it then it can cause all kinds of hold ups. In this blog, we look at why the TA10 form matters, and how to get it right so you don’t hold up the sale of your house or flat.

If you’re moving house and you have a lot of stuff, storage units can seem like a great solution. You can pay to store what you can’t fit into your home, or clear out your house before you put it on the market. However, storage units are not a cheap solution – think carefully before you commit. In this blog, we look at the pros and cons of storage units and how to get the best value if you decide to rent one.

If you’re renting property in Guildford, it might be tempting to increase your income by subletting your spare room. Before you do this, however, it’s important to remember that you must get permission from your landlord, and understand why they might refuse. Let’s take a closer look.

Renting property with friends can be fun, but it’s important to keep on top of shared expenses to avoid tension and arguments. In this blog, we look at what expenses you might share, ways of splitting bills and what to do if one of your housemates doesn’t pay their share.