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Lock up and leave
Thursday, August 2, 2018
Whether it’s just while you are on holiday this summer or if you’re away for a longer period, there are many ways in which you can make your home suitable to lock up and leave, knowing that your property and possessions are safe and secure. Here are our top tips to keep your property “as safe as houses” and give your home added appeal in the process.
Keep your cool!
Monday, July 23, 2018
With no imminent end in sight to the hot spell we are having in the South East, a few simple tricks will help you keep your cool. In summer, almost 30% of unwanted heat comes through the windows, so use curtains and blinds to lower indoor temperatures. By closing the curtains/blinds you stop your home from becoming a mini greenhouse, especially with south or west-facing windows that get the afternoon sun. Blackout curtains are especially effective; neutral-colored curtains with white plastic backings can reduce heat gain by up to 33%.
Could a garage conversion be the answer?
Friday, July 20, 2018
Data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that the percentage of young adults living with their parents in the UK has risen from just over 21% in 1996 to 26% per cent in 2017. With an estimated 3.4m 20-34-year old adults living with their parents, homes with flexibility to accommodate the whole family’s needs are becoming increasingly popular. It’s not always an easy dynamic – different time schedules and priorities can create tension within the household and whilst the offer of rental payments may sweeten the deal, they don’t cover the laundry, housekeeping and need for space that dependents often demand. So what’s the answer?
Why Use High Street agents?
Thursday, July 12, 2018
The first post of Relocation Agent Network’s blog series Why use high street agents offers property sellers some tips to help them plan their marketing strategy. Richard Tucker, Managing Director of Relocation Agent Network, says “If you’re considering selling your property, it’s important to think carefully about your expectations of the agent handling your sale. After all, you are going to be opening up your home to them and prospective buyers. I strongly recommend that sellers pay close attention to the quality of the agent’s service, advice and trust, as well as commission rate.
It’s coming home!
Monday, July 9, 2018
If the World Cup has sparked football fever in your house, there are some brilliant ways to bring it home with a little design inspiration and some genius ideas! With football trending everywhere, click below or check pinterest for some amazing ideas from bedrooms to bathrooms, football pitch yoga mats to astro table runners. Football’s coming home!
Along the river from Staines-upon-Thames to Windsor and beyond
Friday, July 6, 2018
Riverside living has always been popular – there’s something about the tranquillity and ever-changing landscape that people love. And with early morning mists and long summer days enhancing the stunning scenery, riverside properties are in demand, often commanding a premium if the property comes with a mooring and access to the river itself. A boom in riverside development in recent years has brought a buzz from Staines-upon-Thames to Windsor and beyond with residents able to take advantage of the views, light and riverside amenities.