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Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to remortgage your property, getting a good mortgage deal is probably top on your list of priorities.

You could lose hours scrolling through comparison sites, frantically searching for high street lenders’ deals, and trying to find your latest payslips. Or you could do the sensible thing and get a professional’s help.  

In this quick read, we look at why a mortgage broker could help you buy your dream home while saving you time and hassle.

Want to guard against the disappointment of having your property deal collapse? Then go with an agent who is skilled at sales progression.

With industry insiders estimating that 30% of deals collapse before completion, it’s clear that having an expert handle sales progression is important.

Here’s a list of how a good agent can help get a deal across the line.

Switch on any property show and you’ll see a beautifully styled home with no clutter, immaculate worktops, artfully thrown cushions and shelves full of dust-free ornaments – a dream home (even if completely incompatible with a busy life).

However, beautiful home interiors aren’t just for TV. More and more property sellers are choosing to ‘stage’ their homes to appeal to as many buyers as possible.

In a cost-of-living crisis, the increase in monthly rent is understandably worrisome for tenants. We explore three reasons rents are going up and why landlords aren’t just profiting off a volatile rental market. 

Is your loo putting buyers off? This week we take a look at ways to spruce up a bathroom and keep buyers interested, without breaking the bank.

It’s every seller’s worst nightmare. You’re on the cusp of finalising the sale of your property when your buyer gets cold feet and runs for the hills.

Just like that, your plans go out the window. And it’s even more frustrating if you had several offers on the table but opted to go with a buyer who was adamant that your home was ‘The One’ for them. 

So how can sellers avoid this sad scenario and recognise the committed buyers from the chancers?

While no sale comes with an ironclad guarantee, here are four signs that your buyer means business.

“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” That’s the view some landlords take on the question of renovating a buy-to-let. 

They do the absolute minimum in terms of maintenance and repairs and only manage to meet their legal obligations by the skin of their teeth. So, is this the best way to get the most out of your property investment We’d argue that instead of running your buy-to-let down to its bare bones, often the smarter option is to be proactive and refurbish or extend. We’re not talking about budget-busting Grand Designs-style projects. And, of course, it’s important to take the age and condition of a property into consideration before you make changes.

But carefully costed refurb works that appeal to your target demographic will pay for themselves in the long run. Read more to find out why. 

Selling a home after the breakdown of a long-term relationship can be a daunting prospect that throws up a mix of emotions and challenges. 

You may be sorry to say goodbye to your home but eager for a fresh start. Or keen to stay put but unsure of the financial practicalities. 

Whatever your situation, there’s a lot to sort out and some big decisions to make. But you don’t have to figure it out alone.  

Here at Carver Residential, we’ve helped many clients sell a home in the wake of a divorce or separation.

We’ve compiled this simple explainer to help you understand what’s involved. 

If 2023 was the year you were going to buy a new home, it’s fair to say that the gloomy news headlines might have you rethinking things a bit. Is it the right time to buy? Should you rent instead? Should you move in with your nearest and dearest and hope they don’t mind? 

It’s a tricky one. But when the housing market is rockier than a Bon Jovi concert, you might feel more apprehensive than usual about investing your cash. 

In this quick read, we look at three reasons why buying a property this year is still a good idea and why it’s important to stay positive.

Repairs and maintenance of your rental portfolio can be costly and stressful, so having trustworthy contractors is invaluable. You need someone who you know will get the job done and (hopefully) won’t charge you exorbitant fees to do so. For newer landlords, finding a good contractor should be at the top of your to-do list.

In this quick read, we look at some questions to ask yourself (and your contractor) to ensure they’re right for the job.

Situated in the sought-after village of Middleton St. George, Oak Meadows is a unique development bringing contemporary luxury housing to the region offering 12 home styles to choose from created by award winning architects.