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Transform Your Home: the best place to go for renovation advice in Essex
Are you a homeowner in Essex dreaming of the perfect renovation? Whether you're looking to revamp your kitchen, expand your living space, build an indoor gym or create a luxurious garden retreat,...
Latest: June property market report
May has been an interesting month for the property market. There’s speculation on how a General Election may affect movers’ intentions in England. In Scotland, there’s rumour of an urgent review of...
New for 2024 – BNI are hosting a special networking session at the next Essex Property Show
We are super excited to be collaborating with BNI this year, who will be hosting a special networking session on Friday 5th July 2024. The networking session will run from 10:00am – 11:00am, an hour...
Planning permission: the easy way to add value?
We often talk about ‘adding value’ to a property but what does this actually mean? In residential terms, it means making changes or alterations to a home that increases how much it may sell for. A...
Interior colour schemes for summer 2024
There are different types of keen home stylists. There’s the ones that change their accessories in line with current fashions, those that switch looks with every season and those who only open a tin...
Property Connections: A Guide for building strong connections for Local Businesses at the Essex Property Show
Are you a local business eager to make valuable property connections at the Essex Property Show? Engaging with fellow businesses, seeking advice, and building support networks are crucial steps...
The Power of Face-to-Face Networking: Why an event like the Essex Property Show is Essential for Local Business Owners
Face-To-Face Connections In a digital age where virtual communication reigns supreme, there's an irreplaceable charm to face-to-face interactions that no amount of online networking can replicate....
We featured in the Gazette!
We were very honoured to be featured in the Colchester Gazette recently to publicise our upcoming show. We were able to share our thoughts about why we wanted to create this show and what you might...
Don’t Be An April Fool: Why Setting The Right Asking Price for your Property Is Vital
Is the price right? Making the leap to sell your house is a big decision, and usually comes after lots of discussions about where to move, why, and what sort of house to buy next. But one key aspect...
Where can you go to make new property connections?
Are you looking to make new property connections? Finding it hard to find a place with a good range of people to speak to? Whether you are a first-time buyer, investor, landlord or involved in the...
5 Top Plants To Give Your Property Kerb Appeal
Ensuring Prospective Buyers or Tenants Get The Right First Impression Is Key Whether you’re selling your property or looking for a reliable tenant, kerb appeal couldn’t be more important. Ensuring a...
New year, new investment – but where should you buy?
New year, new investment If you’re thinking of making a new buy-to-let investment this year, you may be wondering if there are any particular types of property or ‘hotspots’ you should be...
Bespoke Home Marketing — What Is It and Why Do You Need It?
Don’t settle for traditional marketing – choose a bespoke approach and show your home the attention it deserves. When you’re thinking about putting your home on the market, you’ll likely see...
Licensing for HMOs – Your guide to the rules in England
Your guide to the rules in England - HMO Licensing Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) are different to single lets in a number of ways. The rules on fire safety are much tighter, you’ll...
How do estate agents value a unique home? Demystifying the process
We break down the exact process estate agents use to value unique homes Valuing unique homes is, well, unique. It’s not as straightforward as listing your typical three-bedroom home. There...
Successful downsizing – our step-by-step guide
Are you thinking about downsizing – perhaps moving to a smaller home or apartment? Downsizing comes with many benefits, from less upkeep and lower energy bills and maintenance to a lower initial...
Get your rental winter ready – your legal obligations and top tips
Maintaining your rental property in a good state of repair so that it’s always safe and comfortable for your tenants is your legal responsibility as a landlord. And while you should be carrying out...
Rent recovery – How to get back what you’re owed
Over the course of your time as a landlord, you’re almost certainly going to get one or two tenants who either can’t or won’t pay their rent – no matter how well you referenced and credit-checked...
How saleable is your home? Take our saleability quiz and find out!
Is your home is saleable? There’s a sense of security that comes with knowing how saleable your home is – whether you plan on jetting off and buying in Marbella or you just fancy a change, getting...
8 Ways to Work with your Estate Agent for the Best Results
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...
How to prepare for viewings so buyers fall in love with your home
So, you’ve got the ball rolling with the house on the market, and your first viewing is booked in – it’s an exciting time! But the next step is one of the most important when it comes to selling...
Are you getting letting laws right? 7 Common misconceptions
There are hundreds of separate rules and regulations that govern the lettings industry, and every year there seem to be updates and new letting laws for landlords to get to grips with. If you use an...