BLOG

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.

If you have a mortgage on the property you live in, and you decide to move out and let your property instead of selling it, you will need consent to let. In this blog, we look at the situations where you might need consent and how it works, as well as highlighting potential difficulties.

We all know energy prices are going up. It’s frequently on the news and leaders are discussing how best to support those who are struggling to pay their bills. But what does the rise in energy prices mean for landlords and the rental market? Let’s take a closer look.

We’ve seen a rise in demand for properties with gardens since the pandemic. Many tenants are keen to rent somewhere with outdoor space – somewhere to relax, exercise, spend time with family or simply enjoy nature. Outdoor space also provides opportunities to grow plants to benefit the environment – even plant pots on the balcony can play their part. In this blog, we look at tenants’ responsibilities when the rental property has a garden, and ideas for gardening when you can’t put down roots.

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.

Rent collection is central to any landlord’s financial plan, but it’s potentially the most serious thing that can go wrong in the lettings process. This means it’s very important that rent collection is properly managed, problems are nipped in the bud, and landlords receive regular income from their properties. In this blog, we look at our rent collection service and the benefits it offers to landlords.

Every landlord wants good tenants. The ideal tenant pays the rent on time and looks after the property with respect. They fix little problems like lightbulbs and report big problems like plumbing. They stay for several years, saving you the hassle of looking for more tenants, and ensuring your property doesn’t stand empty. But how do you find these good tenants? And once you’ve found them, how do you make sure they stay? During our time working as lettings agents, we’ve seen what works. Read on for some ideas!

When you sell your Guildford property through an estate agent, your agent should be working hard for you, prioritising your needs and ensuring your property sells quickly, for the right price. Part of this process is property marketing, like taking photographs, creating floor plans and advertising your property online. This kind of marketing comes as standard at Cobbles, and we always include it in our fee. We believe that any good estate agent should do the same. In this blog, we look at how Cobbles markets properties for its sellers, and what you can expect when you choose us to sell your Guildford property.

If you’re new to renting, you might be surprised to see that your new home will be inspected by one of our property managers every three to six months. But don’t worry – the visit is mainly about keeping communication open, as well as protecting landlords and tenants alike. Let’s take a closer look.

A portion of Cobbles’ Guildford properties are let to students and young professionals. These tenants often prefer to rent furnished properties, as they don’t yet have their own furniture and may not be ready to put down roots. In this blog, we answer some of the common questions landlords ask about letting a furnished property.