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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 …
Five Super Tips to Make Renting Simpler in Hertford
In this two-minute read, we look at five fantastic tips to help people looking to rent a property in Hertford. One thing that seems almost Covid-19 proof is the desire for people in Hertford to move home. The local rental property market has proven resilient this year, with people looking to rent new places to call home. Below are five tips that’ll come in …
How People in Hertford Can Have Their Greenest Christm...
Who says you can’t have a great time this Christmas AND do your bit for Planet Earth? In this two-minute read, we look at some simple things people in Hertford can do to make the festive period as eco-friendly as possible. There’s been some positive vaccine news starting to come out in the UK and across the world. But the news around our planet’s …
The Hertford Homebuyers’ Guide to the Cost of Moving
In this two-minute read, we outline the costs and fees associated with buying a property so that you can budget for your next move. Buying a new home can be an exciting prospect, but often in the thrill of the search, buyers fail to budget for some of the costs that are part and parcel of the process. Consumer champion Which? estimates moving costs …
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