Category Archives: Buying Properties
What the Spring Budget Means for Home Movers in Hertfo...
A two-minute read. This afternoon the Chancellor Rishi Sunak outlined his plans to get England back on track as we come out of the pandemic. Among furlough extensions, extra support for the self-employed and business loan schemes was the welcome news that the stamp duty holiday is being extended. When it was introduced, the original deadline was March 31 2021. Here’s what the Chancellor …
How Technology Can Make Life Easier for Landlords in H...
In this two-minute read, we look at how technology can help landlords be more successful, do their bit for the planet, protect their tenants, and save money. From smart TVs to one-click shopping, technology makes life a whole lot easier than it was 20 years ago for the average person. It also has many benefits for private landlords and their tenants. Here are our …
The Five Most Common Renovation Blunders
In this two-minute read, we look at the home renovations that don’t add value – and can make it harder to sell your property. If there’s a chance you could sell your Hertford home in the next few years, think before you rush into making any major home renovations. While you might read about celebrities investing in fancy wine cellars (David Beckham’s building one for his …
Seven Ways to Make a Tenant Feel at Home
In this three-minute read, we look at a new report that outlines how Hertford landlords can build a long and prosperous partnership with their tenant. What’s the secret to a successful tenant/landlord relationship? It’s a question that has vexed property gurus through the ages, but now the University of Stirling thinks it has the answer. A new report from the university, Making a Home in the Private …
Three Stories to Get You in the Mood for Valentine’s D...
In this two-minute read, we share three stories that shine a light on affairs of the heart in the lead up to Valentine’s Day on Sunday. Lockdown celebrations One thing star-crossed lovers in Hertford don’t have to worry about this Valentine’s Day is bagging a reservation at a candle-lit restaurant. In “normal times”, even the most mediocre eatery is booked solid on 14 February, but …
7 Reasons to be Hopeful this Year
A 60-second speed read. The past 12 months have been a Mount Everest like challenge for most of us. But hope is on the horizon. Here are seven reasons to stay optimistic in 2021. The vaccine rollout continues to gather pace and is vaccinating millions. Several animal species are expected to be saved from extinction. More governments across the globe are committing to cutting …
How to Protect Yourself from Bogus Landlords
In this three-minute read, we explain how renters can avoid getting ripped off by fake landlords. Renters in Hertford should be on their guard against fraudsters using Covid-19 as a cover to swindle people out of their hard-earned cash. Rental fraud is not a new scam – Action Fraud, the UK’s reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, has been warning about it for years. However, …
Three Good Reasons to Talk about Mental Health This Fr...
In this three-minute read, we look at some of the positive initiatives inspired by Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week. Mental health used to be a taboo subject, but thankfully things are changing. This week was Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and up and down the country, people found interesting ways to engage with young people about the issue. The week’s theme was ‘expressing yourself’ …
It’s Children’s Mental Health Week in Hertford
In this 60 second speed read we show our support for a vitally important project which comes with Royal approval. Children’s Mental Health Week (CMHW) is running from Monday 1 to Sunday 7 February. The project’s patron, HRH The Duchess of Cambridge, launched the event with a special video message. The Duchess is a passionate supporter of children’s mental health and spoke about the …
Seven Reasons Why People in Hertford Are Moving This Y...
In this two-minute read, we look at seven reasons people in Hertford are upping sticks and moving out, on, and upwards. Over the years, we’ve helped hundreds of people across Hertford move home successfully. The reasons why people move are varied, but in our experience, they tend to be one of the seven ‘L’s. What are the seven ‘L’s? Fear not, dear reader, because …
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