Category Archives: Buying Properties
How Hertford Homebuyers Can Avoid Getting Scammed by F...
In this two-minute read, we look at the increasingly sophisticated scam that fraudsters are using to separate homebuyers from their hard-earned cash. Even though we’re in lockdown, criminals are still out there trying to swindle people, so if you plan to buy a new home in Hertford in 2021, please heed UK Finance’s latest warning about an email scam that is on the rise. Here’s how …
Breaking News -The Hertford property market remains op...
The Prime Minister announced at 8pm yesterday evening people in England will be going back into lockdown tomorrow following a surge in Coronavirus cases. The tighter restrictions include schools shutting until the February half-term for most pupils. People must now work from home if they can, and only essential shops can remain open. Which leads us to how these new measures will affect people …
10 Ways Landlords in Hertford Can Make 2021 A Success
In this two-minute speed read we look at 10 things you can do as a landlord to make 2021 a year to remember for all the right reasons. 1 – Review your buy to let mortgages. Great deals are continually coming to the market. Don’t miss out on significant savings. 2- Take stock of your insurance arrangements. Do you have the right amount of …
New Year, New Hope …….. New Home?
A 90-second speed read to share some resolution ideas to bring some hope in 2021. 99.9 per cent of us cannot wait to see the back of 2020. And what better time to draw a line under this ‘unprecedented’ year than the opportunity to welcome in a new year. And one which brings new hope. Below are 10 of the most common resolutions people …
Property Trends in the Rental Market in 2020
In this two-minute read, we look at how the private rental sector changed in 2020. 2020 is the year the property world’s most famous mantra – location, location, location – was replaced with a new motto: space, space, space. In the past, if tenants couldn’t afford a spacious property in a great location, they tended to opt for location and compromise on space. It …
Five Fun Festive Activities You Can Do with the Kids
In this two-minute read, we look at five Christmassy things to do with the kids that won’t break the bank. Covid-19 has put the kibosh on big family gatherings and trips to the panto this Christmas, but there are still plenty of ways you can get into the festive spirit with your little ones. Here are five low-cost activities that will bring comfort and …
The Best Way Hertford Landlords Can Enjoy Peace Of Min...
In this two-minute read, we look at why landlords who self-manage their buy-to-lets can never really put their feet up at Christmas. Picture this: It’s 4pm on Christmas Day, and you’ve just snuggled down on the sofa to watch a bit of telly. Your belly is full, and your lids are heavy after a Mistletoe Margarita or two (or three, but who’s counting?). Then …
Two decisions Hertford Landlords Need to Think about C...
In this three-minute read, we look at the two biggest decisions landlords in Hertford make when renting out their property. Life is a daily merry-go-round of decision making. What to eat for breakfast? Which coat to put on? Which queue to stand in at the supermarket (socially distanced, of course)? Some decisions are a lot more impactful than others. Especially when you are a …
Yule Love Our Four Facts about Popular Christmas Tradi...
In this two-minute read, we trace the origins of some of the sights, sounds, and smells of Christmas. Christmas is a time of mistletoe and mulled wine, twinkly trees, and messages from the monarch. And in Hertford it seems like many people can’t wait for the festive break. So, let’s explore the history behind the enduring Christmas customsmany of us enjoy. Why do we …
How the VERY Rich Live – A Billionaire’s Christm...
At Abel, we always charge our clients a value for money fee unlike some of the eye-watering prices you’re about to discover. Here are what billionaires are willing to stump up for shoes, burgers, a photo, some vino, and an unbelievable home – a three-minute read. Have you written out your Christmas wish list yet? If your loved ones have given you theirs, and …
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