Thomas Howe Property Blogs
Top tips to help you sell your home during the winter
It won’t have escaped many people’s notice that the days are getting colder and nights starting to draw in as we approach the end of October and the arrival of winter. This change in season doesn’t mean that it is impossible to sell a house or flat. Quite the contrary. A small amount of seasonal preparation in advance of putting a property in the market can actually help vendors see a healthy amount of offers – and hopefully a sale and exchange just in time for Christmas.
4 min readSix red flags to avoid when renting a flat
Renting a flat can be an exciting time, especially if it is your first time looking, you are relocating to another city or town or you are moving in with a partner. However, it is hugely important to not allow your heart to overrule your head. Renting a place to live is not always straightforward. There are a number of things to watch out for when viewing properties, talking to the landlord or letting agency, discussing finances and dealing with paperwork.
4 min readSnap happy: How to set up your home for estate agent photographs
It might be a cliché, but a picture really can say a thousand words, especially when it comes to selling a home. Most of us, if not all, take our first impressions of a property poster in an estate agent’s window or an online listing from the photos that accompany it. We like to see images of the outside, interior rooms and any gardens or grounds. This not only gives us an idea of size and style, it also reveals much about how the property has been cared for, updated (or otherwise!) and maintained while in the ownership of the vendor.
4 min readDo you really need a survey – and what type is best?
When you find a property that you like and want to make an offer on, it is an exciting, busy time. It is also a time when you can have a lot of financial outlay. Solicitor’s fees, estate agent’s bills, booking removal vans – the list is long and it can be tempting to try and save costs wherever possible. One thing that must never be removed from the list, however, is the property survey.
4 min readHow your garden can help you sell your house
Are you thinking about selling your home and want to make sure it looks its best for potential buyers? Preparing your home for a viewing is a crucial step in the selling process. By taking the time to enhance your home’s kerb…
4 min readSeven questions to ask during a property viewing
When it comes to selling your home in Tavistock or Okehampton, one of the most important rooms to focus on is the kitchen. As the heart of the home, the kitchen is often a key selling point for potential buyers. By presenting your…
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