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Most home sellers dream of a quick, stress-free process in which they list their house, get an offer, collect the cash and hand over the keys. If only it were that simple! In reality, selling a home involves various moving parts, including competition, inventory, and high mortgage rates. Hot markets may sell …
Step by step breakdown: How to sell your home in 2025 Read More »
By raising the energy efficiency requirements for private tenants, the UK government hopes to reduce their yearly energy costs by an estimated £240. According to the UK Government’s proposal, all private landlords would be required to make sure their homes have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) grade of C or higher starting in 2030. …
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At Oakwood Property Solicitors, we understand that buying your first home is exciting – especially when you’re eyeing a property with renovation potential. Whether you’re dreaming of turning a dated house into your ideal home or considering it as an investment, careful planning is key. We share a quick guide to help you get …
A homeowner has cautioned unmarried couples not to become ‘sucked into the dream’ of purchasing a home together before first executing a ‘mortgage prenup.’ Tom Lord, a 33-year-old PR Account Director from Leeds, acknowledges that he was ‘naive’ to ‘jump into’ purchasing a home with his first committed partner shortly after her graduation from …
Home buyers in England and Northern Ireland will pay more Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) after rates are set to change on April 1, 2025. What is Stamp Duty? Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax imposed by the government on the purchase of land or properties over a certain value in the …
Major changes to conveyancing: Stamp duty charges, starting April 1, 2025 Read More »
If you are in the Armed Forces, or have just recently left, you may be entitled to help when buying a home. Some property developers and housing organisations offer discounts, deposit contributions and money-saving schemes as a way to say thank you to Armed Forces personnel for all they do – and can help you …
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As 2024 comes to a close, and 2025 approaches you might be thinking about plans for the year ahead – which in some cases, might involve a house move. Whether you are looking to move for a job, upsize, downsize, relocate or get onto the property ladder for the first time, experts predict there …
New year, new home – Things to think about when moving house Read More »
Property owners in the UK have been issued a warning by an expert to ensure they stay out of trouble this Christmas. Although covering your home from head to toe in Christmas lights can be tempting to get into the festive spirit – you can land yourself in a spot of bother if you’re not …
Expert issues Christmas light warning to keep your property safe Read More »
As the year is coming to a close, Zoopla has analysed buyer behaviour and property trends over the past year – with house sales soaring to the highest level in four years. Whether you are looking to buy or sell a property next year, you may want to take notice of when is the most …
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If you are looking to rent a property in England, you will be asked by your prospective landlord to prove your ‘Right to Rent’. This is a requirement that was introduced by the government in 2014, to ensure that tenants living in private rented accommodation are legally entitled to reside in the country. …
What is Right to Rent and what documents do I need? Read More »
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