Property inspections are crucial for landlords and provided by Philip James as standard From the end of 2021 through to the summer of 2022 the aim of the Inspections team is to ensure all of our 2800 managed properties are inspected. Periodic visual inspections are an integral part of our Management service. By completing a […]
Monthly Archives: January 2022
Here are 5 top tips homeowners should consider to help manage an interest rate rise. Explore locking in a fixed rate mortgage Existing borrowers whose mortgages are directly linked to the bank rate may see an increase in monthly repayments. Those who are on lender revert rates or Standard Variable Rates (SVRs) will have to wait and see if their lender will pass on the rate increase in full or […]
Household tech continues to advance at a breakneck pace, from energy efficiency to entertainment to automation. Developments outside the home are changing tech inside the home—think hybrid work arrangements, labor shortages and climate change, to name a few. Exactly how will that influence your kitchen, bathroom, home office? Our predictions for 2022 offer a sneak […]
From mortgages to house prices, the key things first-time buyers need to know. Buying your first home is a major milestone, but it can also be a stressful and time-consuming process. We can’t speed up legal checks or deal with estate agents for you, but we can help you get your head around the key […]
Homeowners saw thousands added to the value of their homes this year with the entire UK housing stock now estimated to be worth £9.5trn, our latest House Price Index reveals. Key takeaways The average price of a UK home jumped £16,000 in 2021 to £240,800 Most homes rose in value with the total UK […]
Have you been putting your home move off until 2022? Many home-hunters have already started putting their moving plans into action. So, to help you get a head-start, here’s how the new year housing market is shaping up so far. Signs of a ‘closer to normal’ market in 2022 The kind of frenzied market that […]