3 tips for finding bargain flats for sale in Newcastle upon Tyne

December 11th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Buying Property, Property Market Comments Off on 3 tips for finding bargain flats for sale in Newcastle upon Tyne

Property in the UK increased in value by an average of 3.1 per cent between October 2012 and October 2013. However, while the UK as a whole is witnessing signs of life, the property market in the North East is seeing a slow recovery.

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Buying a property online

December 4th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Buying Property, Property Conveyancing Comments Off on Buying a property online

Ever since the emergence of e-commerce, a lot of us have ditched the shops in favour of ordering online from the comfort of our homes. In fact, as The Guardian reports, internet shopping is set to account for the biggest proportion of sales yet.

You may be familiar buying our clothes and even groceries on the internet, but have you ever considered buying a property online? Advancements in technology have made this possible, so here is everything you need to know.

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New vs old houses: A guide for first-time buyers

November 29th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Buying Property, Property Conveyancing Comments Off on New vs old houses: A guide for first-time buyers

One of the most basic yet difficult decisions when buying your first home is deciding whether to purchase a new-build or an older property. You can decide beforehand in order to streamline the selection process, but you can also use pros and cons to determine the best option when weighing up one type of property against another post viewing.

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95% of people now search for their next home online

October 21st, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Buying Property, Property Market, Selling Property Comments Off on 95% of people now search for their next home online

Online property portals now the most popular home search method. Are traditional estate agents a thing of the past?

The way that people now search for their home has changed dramatically in the last decade. Whereas years ago the estate agent would be the first point of call, now the majority of potential buyers don’t even need to leave home to begin their search.

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Buying your second home in Spain – Part 2

October 9th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Buying Property, Overseas Comments Off on Buying your second home in Spain – Part 2

In our first blog in this series we discussed the initial steps you should take when looking for a second home in Spain. This blog continues with advice on taking out a mortgage on your new venture.You will find out information on lenders and different types of mortgages with specific advice on Spanish property sales.

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Buying your second home in Spain.

October 1st, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Buying Property Comments Off on Buying your second home in Spain.

Buying a house in Spain is very different from buying a house in the UK. The legal system and the steps you have to take differ from the UK and many homeowners in Spain currently have had problems because they weren’t aware of certain factors before purchasing their home. Follow some of our advice below when you begin the process of buying your second home in Spain and feel confident that you are aware of all the information you need to make the wisest decisions when dealing with the Spanish policies and rules.

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Is it still possible to get on the property ladder?

September 23rd, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Buying Property, Property Market Comments Off on Is it still possible to get on the property ladder?

Getting on the property ladder can be a daunting prospect especially due to the fact that it is a huge financial commitment. However, owning your own property is a way of investing in your future, and the future of your family, as well as giving you more stability. If you are a first time buyer you need to be aware of all of your options and choose the scheme that is right for you and your financial situation. This blog gives advice on how to get on the property ladder and the processes you will go through to get the keys to your new home.

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Five Things Your Need to Know When Buying A House

June 27th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Buying Property, Property Conveyancing Comments Off on Five Things Your Need to Know When Buying A House

Whether you’re a first time buyer trying to get on the first rung of the property ladder or you consider yourself a bit of an expert when it comes to buying a house there are still several things you need to consider each and every time you’re looking to buy.

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Is a rent to buy property the correct route for you?

April 8th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Buying Property, Rental Market Comments Off on Is a rent to buy property the correct route for you?

As the economy continues to stagnate, the government is keen to get the housing market moving as much as it can. To this end, there are now numerous schemes that are aiming to help first-time buyers in particular get on the property ladder. The thinking behind this is that first-time buyers are the fuel for the rest of the market and without them able to buy, no one else can move up the ladder.

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