Energy Performance Certificates (or EPCs) have, until now, been barely significant when it comes to the Grantham housing market. But it’s important to be aware that there are big changes afoot with regard to EPC requirements, and landlords in Grantham need to pay close attention. So, what changes are coming to the EPC requirements? What kind of impact will those c...
House prices have hit yet another record high, while the true scale of the UK’s price increases has been revealed, and a study has shown the locations where properties sell the fastest. Read on for all this and more in July’s property market update. House prices rise for the sixth consecutive record month Asking prices for UK homes have risen to a new record high...
Overhauling your Grantham property can be a lengthy and costly task. Limited time and finances often mean we renovate our homes at a slower pace than we would like, but of course, this also allows for careful consideration to go into each room. Improving your home in Grantham doesn’t have to be expensive though. There are many budget tricks you can use to spruce up your...
Propertymark, the professional body for property agents in residential and commercial sales, lettings and auctioneering has revealed its exciting teaming with TV personality and property expert Phil Spencer’s Move iQ. As co-presenter of Channel 4's Location Location Location and one of the best-known faces on British television, Phil will look to help consumers understan...
Like Marmite, gardening is a pastime that you either love or hate. Yet, the majority of us residing in Grantham will certainly appreciate a beautiful garden in which to spend summer evenings in our new home. The opportunity to relax during one of those much yearned for balmy nights with a glass of fizz, listening to the birds retiring for the night as the sun dips down low on...
House prices have hit another record high, while interest rates have increased again, but there’s good news on the horizon for renters and first-time buyers. Read on for all this and more in June’s property market update. UK house prices reach record high House prices across the country have increased yet again, with the leading property portal, Rightmove, reporti...
When it comes to decorating a kid’s bedroom, the cost of new (and fun-looking) furniture and wall art can often become very expensive. Luckily, there are cheaper ways to spruce up a child’s bedroom to make it look playful – some of which you can simply do yourself or even as a fun activity with the kids! In this article, we’ll share our top t...
If you are looking to sell your house in Grantham, you may very well be feeling a little overwhelmed, and who can blame you? It is a huge undertaking, not to mention an incredibly emotional time for you as a homeowner. Many home movers find it extremely difficult to keep their personal feelings separate from their business brain when it comes to selling their home, but t...
Buying a house in Grantham is likely to be the most expensive purchase you will ever make. Yet the decision to make an offer on something worth hundreds of thousands of pounds is made, on average, in just 25 minutes. Some people can spend longer than that deciding whether to purchase a £49 pair of shoes! So, as the buying decision is usually made with such speed, it&rsqu...
Buying a home can be a frustrating process. It’s no surprise, then, that when the end is finally in sight, you can’t wait to seal the deal by transferring your deposit or final balance to your legal representative. But, before you do, it’s important to stop and think carefully. More buyers in Grantham than ever before are falling victim to online fraud. When...
If a first-time buyer is interested in your home, this is great news! While there can be downsides to selling to a first-time buyer, there are just as many benefits that can outweigh the cons.Here are three top benefits of selling to a first-time buyer and Secure My Sale’s tips on how to attract them when selling your home.What are the Benefits of Selling to a First-Time...
House price growth is finally starting to slow down, with some property experts predicting a crash this year. In other news, a shift in renters’ demands has been revealed by one leading property website, and fans of a popular TV series can get their hands on one of the houses used in filming. Read on for all this and more in our May property market update. UK Hous...
If you are renovating a property in Grantham before sale, you need to be aware of the impact of the Party Wall Act and the implications for you if you don’t follow the rules. A Party Wall is a wall which sits on the boundary between two properties and includes: The wall between two terraced houses The middle wall in a pair of semis The boundary wall between two garde...
The housing boom is showing no signs of slowing down, while an ONS report has revealed the number one factor when it comes to property prices and the staggering rise in prices since the pandemic started. Read on to find out more, plus the latest news on rising rental costs. Demand for property continues to outstrip supply Despite several increases in interest rates in recent...
Committed BuyerHome buyers have been epically frustrated by Brexit, an election and now the pandemic and a second lockdown As such, the buyer market is more committed than ever. Buyers are prepared to pay the fees associated with buying your home because competition for property is currently so fierce. When we introduce you to Secure My Sale’s Committed Buyer pool, we hel...
