From 2025, all newly rented properties will be required to have an EPC rating of C or above. As a landlord, you need to ensure that your property has an EPC that meets the latest regulations — the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards. Even if your rental property is managed! Some rental properties will require the […]
If you’re in the market for a new place to live, it’s vital that you give some thought to how much money you can reasonably afford to spend on a house. Take a look at our top recommendations for determining a realistic moving budget. If you’re a first-time buyer Several primary factors will […]
Open days, or open houses are becoming increasingly common among estate agents. The terms are used interchangeably throughout this article and in the day-to-day. They are now more likely to consist of a series of scheduled, back-to-back appointments than a free-for-all where anyone may show up to look around. Would an open day be right […]
Whether you’re buying your first home or fifth, there are a lot of things to keep in mind to make sure there aren’t any surprises when it comes time to close the deal. You might end up saving tens of thousands of pounds or (losing it!) depending on the choices you make when choosing which home […]
Research by Which? shows 41% of those between the ages of 18 and 24 have reported having their mortgage application denied at some point. So, why are so many mortgages being turned down? Is there anything you can do to improve your chances of being accepted? Find out why so many people are being denied […]
Relocating to a new home is not a simple task. In fact, buying a home is one of the most stressful tasks a person can face. However, if you put in the time and effort to prepare ahead of moving, you can make the ordeal of buying and moving into a new house much less […]
First-time buyers relying on input from the help-to-buy scheme must reserve a property before the end of October to avoid missing out on the government-backed loan. The original end date has been brought forward by two months, putting immense pressure on those still hoping to take advantage of government help. What is the Help […]
Anyone who has attempted to buy a home in the last few years knows how difficult it can be. The stress test used by banks to evaluate mortgage applications is one of several roadblocks for would-be homeowners. The Bank of England recently stated that it is eliminating the mortgage affordability rule, which means that lenders […]
With house prices increasing by £51 a day, and more people on the move than ever, what can you do to take advantage of the fast-moving market and get your property sold? You’re probably aware that house prices have been increasing all year. In fact, they’ve hit record highs so far. For first-time buyer, getting […]
We’re very pleased to announce that two members of our team here at Boothroyd & Co have recently completed their level 3 Technical Award in Residential Lettings and Property Management. Congratulations to Cathy Morgan and Caroline Jones who have put the time and effort into gaining their new qualifications. This means they now have […]