The turbulence in the UK housing market is showing no signs of slowing down, with mortgage rates continuing to rise, which is having a knock-on effect for renters. Read on to find out all the latest UK property market news. Mortgage Rates Set To Continue Rising Borrowers are being warned to brace themselves for further increases in mortgage rates over the comi...
Giving Your Garden A Makeover Can Create Additional Value To Your Home Many sellers in Grantham are surprised to discover that an attractive garden can add as much as 20% to the value of their home. In fact, at Secure My Sale Estate Agents Grantham, we’ve found that giving your garden a makeover can add more value to your home compared to building a new extension...
If you’re thinking of putting your Grantham property on the market, you’ll want to make it stand out from the crowd and generate as much interest as possible to ensure you achieve the full asking price. The team at Secure My Sale Estate Agents Grantham is highly experienced in property and will always make sure we give our utmost attention when accompanying viewing...
Are you Finding Property Taxes Complicated? If you’re a new landlord in Grantham, you may find property taxes complicated and overwhelming. At Secure My Sale Estate Agents, we are ready with some expert advice to help you better understand your obligations. Adding Income From Property To Other Income There’s a common misconception that any...
If you’re ready to give your home in Grantham a brand-new look, you may be wondering which trends are likely to emerge as top contenders in the months to come. At Secure My Sale Estate Agents we love a trend and we have been doing some research into the top five looks that are going to be hot. Using Sustainable Materials We’re all trying to be...
Selling your home is a huge life decision. Finding the right person for the job is one of the most important things you can do. A good estate agent is honest, reliable, and easy to talk to. They can be the sole reason your home sells at the right price and the right time. But how do you know who’s good and who’s not? Here are four things you should look for in an...
As the housing landscape continues to evolve, it is essential for renters and landlords alike to stay informed about significant legislative changes. One such development is the Renters Reform Bill, which aims to bring about substantial reforms in the rental market. On the 17th May 2023, the government introduced the Renters’ (Reform) Bill to parliament....
Making an offer on a house is an exciting but potentially daunting prospect, especially if it’s your first home. We often get asked, “how do I make an offer on a house?” So, our handy guide will help take you through the process to give you the best possible chance of landing your perfect property. ● Work Out How Much You...
Are you wondering if it’s time to downsize? The term downsizing simply means selling your home to buy a smaller one. But while the definition is easy to understand, the decision certainly isn’t easy to make. Choosing to sell your home is a big decision. And downsizing can feel like an even bigger one. People sell their homes in exchange for a smaller one for many...
How To Address Moisture Problems In A Property For property owners in Grantham, damp can cause concern. Not only can dampness potentially cause structural damage to a property, but it can also have health implications for its residents. Fortunately, if you can spot it quickly and treat it, damp isn’t necessarily a huge problem. The Three Kinds Of Damp Yo...
Mortgage rates continue to edge down, the number of properties for sale is rising, and the UK’s priciest seaside town has been revealed. Read on to find out the latest property market news. Mortgage Rates Creeping Down Despite inflation remaining above 10%, and with interest rates expected to rise again in May, mortgage rates have bucked the trend and co...
If you need to sell your home fast but don’t know where to start, then you have come to the right place! Here at Secure My Sale Estate Agents, we pride ourselves on our expert selling advice, from tips on how to make your home more attractive to potential buyers, to organising viewings, to the steps you need to take to ensure that prospective buyers feel safe buying your...
If you’re looking to sell your home in Grantham, the first question you might have is, ‘how much is my home in Grantham actually worth?’ Technically, the answer is whatever someone is willing to pay for it, but that answer may not be satisfactory, because you have to put a price on your property once it is listed for sale and you don’t want to undervalue...
The wish list for tenants is ever-growing. As the rental market becomes even more competitive, people are looking for more features in a rental than just a good location and a clean property. Using our expertise here at Secure My Sale, we’ve come up with the five things that Grantham tenants want from a rental. 1. Ample storage space &nbs...
House prices have risen this month, buy-to-let mortgage choices are recovering, and there’s welcome news for homeowners in the Chancellor’s Spring Budget. Read on to find out the latest property news! House Prices on the Rise Again Figures released by Rightmove show that average property prices have increased in March as the housing market continue...
