There are many factors to consider when you wish to buy a home, some of which include survey fees, arrangement fees, stamp duty and lender valuations; and these are before you have picked up the keys. Once in, further costs can include reconnecting the electrics, gas and water.There are many costs to factor in.
Costs to Factor in When You Buy a Home
May 27th, 2011 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Property Market, Top tips 2 Comments »
Leasehold Property Basics – what you must know
May 17th, 2011 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Property Market, Top tips 2 Comments »
All land in England and Wales has a freehold title (including land that is not yet registered with the Land Registry). All land belongs to the Crown but the owner of the freehold has an exclusive right, in perpetuity, to use and occupy the land or receive rents from it and so for all practical purposes the owner of the freehold title is the absolute owner of the land.
Party Wall Act 1996 – What you need to know
May 3rd, 2011 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Legal, Top tips No Comments »
When considering building a structure on or near the boundary between yours and a neighbour’s property it is important to consider the provisions of the Party Wall Act 1996 to ascertain what your obligations and rights are.
Time to Consider Buying Your Council Property?
July 22nd, 2010 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Mortgages, Top tips 2 Comments »
The Right to Buy scheme, introduced under the Housing Act 1985, is a great way for council tenants to climb that all important first rung of the property ladder. It allows a qualifying tenant to purchase their council property at a significant discount.
Five frequently asked conveyancing questions
July 5th, 2010 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Property Conveyancing, Top tips 1 Comment »
In the context of house moves, conveyancing is the legal and administrative work associated with changing ownership of a property from one party to another. In practice it’s an umbrella term that includes exchanging contracts, transferring finances for the property and a host of other related tasks.
Home owners can add thousands in value to their home
July 1st, 2010 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Home Improvements, Press Releases, Top tips 2 Comments »
A recent survey of over 200 of the UK’s leading estate agents across the UK, carried out by leading property specialists movewithus, has revealed the top 14 ways in which home owners can add value to their property ahead of a sale.
Guide to Buying Property at Auction
April 22nd, 2010 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Property Conveyancing, Property Market, Top tips 8 Comments »
Recently with the rise in repossessions and the property market remaining relatively weak, more and more people are turning to auctions as a way of picking up a bargain. This guide will hopefully help you to avoid some of the common pitfalls when buying properties at auction.
Buying a Repossessed Property
April 19th, 2010 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Property Conveyancing, Top tips 24 Comments »
Although the legal requirements when buying a repossessed property are basically the same as when buying any other; there are some issues that arise from the fact that the lender has no personal knowledge of the property and that the transfer will be under a power of sale.
10 twitter tips for property professionals
August 4th, 2009 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Property Market, Top tips 13 Comments »
Twitter usage is growing at great speed and many property professionals are adding fuel to the growth; using Twitter as an additional business tool for improved communication, marketing and networking. However, to use twitter succesfully in the property field there are some basic tips and ideas that would be worth remembering and implementing.
How to choose an Estate Agent – Top Tips
June 11th, 2009 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Estate Agents, Property Conveyancing, Property Market, Top tips 9 Comments »
So you are about to sell your property and are looking to choose an estate agent. It is imperative that you make use of the services of an informed, professional estate agent to get the best out of your deal and ensure the process is smooth and without problems.
We are all aware of the challenging financial situation most are currently encountering and the negative impact this has had on the property market. It has never been as important to carefully select your estate agent as it has at present.
How to be a Successful Landlord – Ten Top Tips
June 1st, 2009 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Landlords, Property Market, Top tips, UK Property News 5 Comments »
There are a rising number of landlords in the UK today, with reports of considerable numbers of first time landlords entering the market. With interests rates at an all time low, those with savings are now looking at the rental market as a way of generating an income. The rental market is showing good resilience at present as some first time buyers struggle to access a suitable mortgage and look for accomodation.
If you are one of these ‘unplanned’ landlords and are considering this option for the first time, you must be both eager to take advantage of the opportunity and considerate to the possible risks involved. We have produced some handy tips that will help you take this step boldly and confidently.
