Many people dream of owning their own home, and when your financial and personal circumstances finally allow your dream to become reality, it’s an exciting time. That said, as a first-time buyer, there’s plenty to learn to...
All properties require ongoing maintenance, but when you’re not there to keep an eye on things, the safety and security of your property may be at greater risk.
You may be a landlord with a void in the tenancy or own a...
How has the uncertainty of Brexit impacted the property market?
Friday, September 13, 2019
Whether you are an avid Brexiteer or have staked your flag in the Remainer’s camp, one thing is for certain, and that is at the moment - nothing is certain. One thing there is no doubt about is that the continued political turmoil...
As his first major move in the job, Housing Secretary, Robert Jenrick has revealed plans that would help more first-time buyers get onto the property ladder. The plans involve overhauling the shared ownership scheme, allowing people to...
Successfully relocate to get into a school catchment area
Friday, August 30, 2019
Education is one of the most important factors when it comes to your child’s future and where you live has an impact.
There are a growing number of families who are considering moving to increase their chances of securing...
This month, we caught up with Val Shakespeare, Sales Director at Royston & Lund to discuss her idea of a perfect home and top tips for working in the property sector.
Tell us about yourself
I have 38 years of experience in the...
What do proposed changes to Section 21 mean for landlords and tenants?
Friday, August 16, 2019
On Sunday 21 July this year, the Government announced that they had launched their consultation on the abolition of Section 21 . The consultation, which will only cover England, will be open for 12 weeks closing on Saturday 12 October....
While leaving your home to a family member is a very generous act, there is the matter of inheritance tax to think about.
One of the Founding Fathers of the United States, Benjamin Franklin was once attributed to saying that...
