So, you’ve got a property to rent out in the Grantham area? Perhaps you’ve bought it specifically to rent out, or maybe you have inherited it and want to make it pay its way. Whatever your reasons, you’ve decided to employ the services of a local Grantham lettings agent to help you! But how do you choose the right lettings agent? We work with a...
Jason Lee MNAEA MNAVA from Secure My Sale Estate Agents in Grantham gives thoughts on selling your property in our town of Grantham. Selecting the right agent is crucial to your property selling or letting experience. Always look for a Propertymark Protected agent who promote higher standards than the current laws demand and are accountable in order to protect you and your mon...
Even though you may not spend as much time outside during the colder months, there’s still plenty to do so that when spring rolls around, your garden will look its best. You can make good use of the quieter gardening months to get ahead with your plans because before you know it, spring will be here, and you’ll be playing catch-up on your garden. Homeowners o...
Landlords in Grantham, Are You Prepared For The Year Ahead? Over the last few years, the property rental sector has seen a lot of changes. For landlords in Grantham, dealing with changes to requirements hasn’t been easy, and now, 2023 looks set to hold many more significant changes. To ensure you’re prepared for the year to come, our expert l...
The housing market remains uncertain heading into 2023, but there’s some optimism among homeowners and first-time buyers, particularly as one developer has launched an innovative new scheme. Read on to find out the latest. House Prices See New Year Bounce Back While house prices fell towards the end of 2022 (see below) and are expected to continue falling in 202...
Whether you’re thinking of adding an extra bedroom or extending the kitchen, the chances are you will need planning permission before you can go ahead and get started. Once you’ve decided to proceed, you’ll need to go through a few stages before building work can begin. Have a look at our guide below, and feel free to call Secure My Sale Estate Agents for any...
your investment. Even if housing prices naturally increase in the area as it develops, renovating and improving your Grantham home will boost its value even further. Between improving its aesthetics for yourself, and increasing the financial value for when you sell, here at Secure My Sale we want to share with you our top seven tips to get you there! Keep your prope...
Good Question! But There Are Many Factors To Keep In Mind In Grantham, property prices have risen consistently this year, and that’s great news for sellers in Grantham who want to get the best possible price for their home. So it isn’t surprising that many sellers choose to use the estate agent that gives them the highest valuation for their prope...
There’s a slightly more festive feel to this month’s property market update, with a few interesting facts and figures to round off a hectic 2022 in the housing market! Despite Christmas usually being a slow period for property sales, read on to find out more about why now could be the perfect time to sell, plus an update on how mortgage lenders plan to help struggl...
Asbestos Is A Word That Has Become Synonymous With Health Problems! If you’re selling an older property in Grantham, you may be worried about the asbestos it contains. Asbestos is a word that has become synonymous with health problems and danger, so if your existing home contains asbestos, it’s natural to have concerns about how it could affect your propert...
It’s Often Best To List Your Property For Sale Before You Find A New Home The team here at Secure My Sale is often asked whether sellers in Grantham should find a property to buy before listing their home for sale on the property market. With this in mind, here is our expert advice. In our experience, you should list your property for sale before you find a new home.&nb...
As the cost of living crisis worsens and UK inflation hits a record high of 11.1%, is it all doom and gloom and what does this mean for the UK housing market? Read on to find out everything you need to know. Stamp duty cuts to remain in place until March 2025 In some good news, Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt has confirmed in his Autumn Budget that stamp duty cuts are...
Selling a property can be a very confusing and lengthy process but having a good solicitor or conveyancer will help it to run as smoothly and efficiently as possible. Here is an easy step by step guide to the whole conveyancing process. Find a Conveyancer The conveyancing process formally starts when you’ve accepted an offer on the property. However,...
Mortgage rates, house prices and average rents have hit new highs, while stamp duty has been cut in the government’s mini budget (one of the few changes to remain after Kwasi Karteng’s sacking and the appointment of Jeremy Hunt as the new chancellor), and a property with a place in TV history is on the market! Read on for all this and more in your October property m...
Not Every Property Has Large Windows or Plenty of Floor Space! Space and light are two key things that tenants, and buyers are looking for when searching for a home in Grantham. Sadly, not every property has large windows or plenty of floor space. However, if your property happens to be a compact basement flat, there’s no need for dismay. There are some top tips that ou...
