First-time buyers have been boosted after HSBC announced a number of new mortgage rates for those looking to get on to the property ladder.
It has launched a 90 per cent loan-to-value (LTV) two-year fixed-rate deal at 4.19 per cent, along with a five-year fixed product at 4.69 per cent. Read more…
Prime minister David Cameron has announced that energy companies will have to offer their customers their lowest tariffs.
So far this autumn, four of ‘the big six’ organisations have said that they will be putting their prices up over the remainder of this year, and the government has been urged to take action with homeowners facing a winter of struggle. Read more…
Landlords who use the bank holiday to carry out important DIY tasks might be risking leaving themselves with a hefty bill if they do not have the necessary cover.
Research from Halifax showed that while 63 per cent choose to do their own home improvement in order to save money on hiring a professional, around a quarter do not know if they will be reimbursed for accidental damage. Read more…
Homeowners should ensure that they are only using approved tradesmen when it comes to renovating and improving a property.
Andrew Leech, director of the National Home Improvement Council, said that householders in the UK “get stung for millions of pounds a year” because they choose the wrong installer. Read more…
Property owners renting out their homes and apartments have been encouraged to ensure they are well maintained.
With the current fierce competition in the rental market it can be tempting for landlords to think that their home will be snapped up by tenants, even if it’s not in the best shape. Read more…
With the current rental market booming the temptation for some landlords is to make a quick profit from high rents, but one expert believes that this is not a good idea.
James Davis, chief executive officer at Upad, said that those renting out a property should not take any notice of the trend of rents increasing. Read more…
Landlords looking to rent their home to tenants have been encouraged to make the most of the space they have in their property.
According to Jason Orme, editor at Homebuilding and Renovating magazine, said making the most of available space will also add value to a property. Read more…
