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Landlord Gas Safety: Staying Compliant Without Delays
Gas safety certificateGas safety rules exist to protect tenants and you as the landlord. We explain when certificates ar...
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What Does Vendor Suited Mean When Selling?
Vendor suited“Vendor suited” is shorthand for a seller who needs to find their next home before they can complete on the...
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How to Improve Your EPC Rating for a Faster Sale
EPC rating improvementsEnergy ratings affect both mortgage options and buyer confidence. We prioritise upgrades that mov...
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Will Solar Panels Increase the Value of My Home?
Solar panels and valueEnergy bills, EPC rules and buyer preferences all affect how panels impact price. We break down wh...
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What Is Possessory Title and Does It Affect Value?
Possessory titleProperties with possessory title can sell perfectly well, but buyers and lenders will ask questions. We...
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What Is Rateable Value and Why It Matters for Your Property
Rateable valueRateable value underpins business rates on commercial and some mixed‑use property. Knowing how it is set c...
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What Is a Blight Notice?
Blight noticeA blight notice is a formal request asking a public body to buy your property where major infrastructure sc...
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When Do You Actually Receive Funds From a House Sale?
Receiving sale proceedsBetween exchange, completion and your solicitor’s processes, the timeline for getting money in yo...
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Are Buy-to-Let Mortgages Still Worth the Hassle?
Buy‑to‑let mortgagesSection 24 tax changes, higher rates and stricter criteria mean many landlords are re‑thinking their...
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