How Saleable is my Property? Posted on October 11, 2019 "I'm thinking of selling my property" Is my property saleable? Are you thinking of moving but at the same time aren’t quite sure whether now is the right time? We know many property owners who sit and worry, thinking 'How saleable is my property?' You'll easily find the answers to this, and many other questions which we've indicated below, by calling us for an informal chat. Read More
Rental Property and Smoke Alarms Posted on October 9, 2019 “Rental Property & Smoke Alarms” Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarms Responsible Landlords have always ensured the safety of their Tenants. However, did you know that under The Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015 it is a legal requirement? Most tenanted properties legally need to have a smoke alarm fitted in its room. Read More
Right to Rent Posted on October 1, 2019 "Immigration Legislation" Right to Rent Immigration legislation means that all private Landlords have to check that new Tenants have the right to rent. Therefore, the tenants should have the right to be in the UK before renting a property. Read More
Stamp Duty on Investment Property Posted on October 1, 2019 "Stamp Duty on Investment Property" Are you buying a second home, Buy-to-Let, or investment property? Then you should be aware that there is an additional 3% Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). This is in addition to the standard SDLT amount payable. Read More
Property Catch 22 Posted on October 1, 2019 "Avoid the Property Catch 22" Catch 22 - Buy First, or Sell? Many sellers who receive a good offer for their home turn it down. And that is simply because they have not yet found “the right property”. Read More
Tenants Garden Posted on September 24, 2019 "Tenants Garden" Your Tenant's Garden Landlords often ask us what they should do about their garden in preparation for a tenancy. Our answer is, "It's your Tenants Garden. What do they want?" They also want to know what they can reasonably expect of a Tenant in terms of maintenance. Read More
Property Ladder Posted on September 24, 2019 "Property Moves" Property Ladder During the boom years, if you were minded to move house you simply got on and did so! Any delay in moving up in a rising market could prove expensive. This was because the property you were buying would inevitably have appreciated more in cash terms than the one you were selling. Read More
House move for Christmas Posted on September 17, 2019 "A House Move for Christmas" A New Home for Christmas? Are you one of those people thinking about moving at this time of year who would naturally prefer to be in their new home in time for Christmas? Not only does a house really become a home at that time of year, but with most people taking one or two weeks off work, there’s plenty of time to either enjoy your new surroundings, or put in some hard DIY home improvement graft (in between the mince pies, of course!). Read More
Lettings Professionals Posted on September 17, 2019 “Residential Lettings? Lettings Professionals Have you noticed the increase in the number of letting agents whilst the number of prosecutions of rogue letting agents is sadly growing at an alarming rate? Then you need to know how to spot lettings professionals. Read More
Property and Pets Posted on September 11, 2019 "Pet Friendly" Property & Pets The British are a pet-loving nation! So it's hardly surprising that our article is about property and pets. Our team at Callaways has a variety of dogs amongst them – French Bulldogs, a Labrador, and a Great Dane. Read More
