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Property staging is the art of making your home appeal to a wide variety of buyers. It’s an important part of selling a property or attracting a tenant – the home’s new occupants will want to imagine what it would be like to actually live there. In this blog, we take a closer look at property staging (also called home staging) and share a few of our top tips!

What is an end of tenancy clean? It is just what it sounds like – a thorough clean of a rental property when tenants move out. If you’re a tenant, you can either book an external cleaning company to do it for you, or do it yourself. In this blog, we take a closer look at end of tenancy cleaning, weigh up the advantages of doing it yourself and how to fit the cleaning in around your house move.

If you’re new to renting property, you might be wondering whether it is better to let it furnished or unfurnished. There are pros and cons to both, but the biggest factor is making sure your property appeals to the right market. In this blog, we’ll look at the benefits of letting furnished and unfurnished properties, what furniture you should provide and how to decide what’s best for you as a landlord.

Owning property is often held up as the peak of financial achievement. But, while there are many good points about owning property, it’s important to bear the advantages of renting property in mind as well. In this blog, we look at the advantages of renting property, both in general terms and in the context of 2023’s high interest rates. What are the advantages of renting property versus owning property?

“Do I have to let my landlord in?” is a common question tenants ask. While all tenants have the right to what is called “quiet enjoyment” of their rental property, there are some situations where it is reasonable to let landlords and tradespeople in. Before you refuse your landlord access or set an awkward precedent of letting them turn up unannounced, read this blog so you know your rights and responsibilities.

The UK government has set a target of net zero carbon emissions by 2050. As we see the effects of climate change, it’s impossible to ignore this important target. It’s not just a token target – it’s a vital step for the future of our planet. Landlords, like everyone else, have their part to play. In this blog, we take a brief look at the legislation and grant options, and share some ideas for improving energy efficiency in rented property.

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.

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.

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.