Tag Archives: Property insurance

What does an Independent Scotland mean for Property Markets?

Posted on 12th September 2014

No matter where you go this week you will hear people talking about the Scottish referendum, and next Thursday the people of Scotland will decide whether to stay within the UK. At the moment figures are showing a predominantly fifty-fifty split between ‘yes’ and ‘no’ votes although they have been fluctuating over the past few days. As there is no getting away from the Scottish referendum PropertyQuoteDirect has decided it would only be right to report on what could happen to the property markets both […]

Landlord Regulation Under Scrutiny

Posted on 2nd May 2014

Landlord Regulation Under Scrutiny – If you’re a landlord you probably feel like there’s quite enough regulation that you have to worry about at the moment. While a simple 2 bed property might be easy enough to run on a day-to-day basis, local and national regulation for HMOs can be an enormous burden for landlords. Couple this with things like council tax, landlord insurance and tenant management and it’s no surprise that many landlords find themselves having to give up other occupations to work full […]

Help to Buy Made Easy

Posted on 11th December 2013

 
With phase two of the Help to Buy scheme recently launched there is some confusion as to what is on offer and who is eligible for what. With this in mind we have come up with a guide so landlords can find out what buyers can get from the scheme and how this may alter the market in the next couple of years.
The second phase of the Help to Buy scheme was launched earlier on in the year, which means that properties worth up to […]

What to consider when installing a new kitchen

Posted on 1st October 2013

 
What to consider when installing a new kitchen – with Christmas not so far away (scary I know!) now can be the perfect time to have a new kitchen fitted. This way it will be in and ready for use to have the family round for a huge Christmas dinner and to christen the kitchen in the best way possible. For many the kitchen is the heart of the home so having one that meets all your needs is essential. It can be a very […]

Investing in Another Property

Posted on 7th June 2013

 
Investing in Property – Over the last few years, student housing has become very popular amongst landlords and has transformed over the last ten years into a global market. This is a result of the increase in students in need of somewhere to live; there has been an increase of 67 million students since 2000 to 2011.
James Pullan is the head of Knight Frank Student Accommodation and he has said, “Student property is one of the most successful real estate asset classes, thanks to stability […]

Five Tips for New Landlords

Posted on 22nd February 2013

New Landlords – Buying your first property is a milestone, and those who have already passed it will remember the combined feelings of excitement and anxiety. The prospect of buying a property is exciting and opens up all sorts of opportunities for the future. It’s the beginning of a portfolio and if managed properly, a profitable empire. There are however a lot of questions to be asked when purchasing a new property. Here are a few tips to help first-time Landlords with their acquisition.

The Value of Buying Abroad

Posted on 25th January 2013

Buying Abroad – Many of us dream of owning a property outside of the UK after having had a taste of life abroad. Whether it’s a family trip to the Algarve or a romantic holiday in Dubrovnik, the thought of having an abode outside the rainy British Isles is quite appealing. It is easy though, for sentimentality to get in the way of a good purchase. Sentimentality can add value which would otherwise be absent in the market in question, something which is often exploited.

Friday Five: Where To Buy Abroad?

Posted on 18th January 2013

The market for buying property abroad is fast changing, with your traditional locations such as France and Spain being closely followed by the USA, Eastern Europe and even the Middle East in terms of desirability. Here are the top five most desirable places to buy abroad:

Basements and Cellars

Posted on 11th January 2013

Many property owners are guilty of leaving these dark, cave-like spaces unused and in a terrible state. What people don’t realise is that basements can add tremendous value to a property, especially if it’s properly converted.

Friday Five: Tips for negotiating a purchase

Posted on 4th January 2013

If you’re looking to get your perfect house, and you think you’ve found the one, how do you get it for the best price possible? The current housing market is somewhat unpredictable, but as it gets better and house prices start to rise again, negotiating the right price for a property becomes harder. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your money.