Inheriting a House With a Mortgage: What to do

6th January 2020 by Tamir Davies

Inheriting a house with a mortgage. Two hands holding a house.

Losing a loved one can be a difficult and emotional time for anyone involved but adding inheriting a house with a mortgage to the mix as well, it’s bound to make life even more stressful. In this post, we’ve simplified everything you need to know if you are inheriting a house with a mortgage, along with some useful tips to make the process as seamless and stress-free as possible. What happens if you inherit a house with a mortgage in the UK? Often when buying a house, the homeowner agrees an instalment of payments when the loan is created. As […]

Do I Need a Solicitor to Sell my House?

18th December 2019 by Tamir Davies

With the cost of hiring a solicitor to help with the selling of your house ranging anywhere from £500 to £2,000, many will be wondering if they can undertake this task without the help of a trained legal professional. In what follows, we’ll answer the question “do I need a solicitor to sell my house?”. Can I a Sell my House Without a Solicitor? While it is quite uncommon for a person to deal with the sale of his house from start to finish without the help of a solicitor, it is certainly not illegal for them to do so. […]

Home Staging: Tips to Prepare your House for a Quick Sale

29th October 2019 by Maxine Greaves

When selling a property, it is important to make sure you are getting the best price you can for it. And while it may seem like a bit of a hassle, property staging has been proven to help you get some extra cash when selling your house. If you want to learn more about why home staging works and how you can do it is properly in order to get the best profit, then keep reading! What is staging your home? When you are staging a home, you are preparing it in a way that entices potential buyers to make […]

14 Best University Cities in the UK for Renters

23rd October 2019 by Tamir Davies

For those who are now in the process of choosing a university, but need more help making their minds up, we’ve put together a list of the best university cities in the UK for students looking to rent property. The data used is taken from home.co.uk’s property search tool and aims to present the most advantageous universities for renters. We’ve dealt before with issues to do with finding the best rental properties, such as the best places to rent in London. We’ve even attempted to answer the grand question of whether or not it’s worth renting in the UK at […]

How to Present Your House for Sale

15th October 2019 by Tamir Davies

According to research, the average time it take to sell a house in the UK is 129 days. The same study also reveals that this figure can be impacted by the state of the market, with properties in ‘cold’ markets taking 52 days longer, on average, to sell compared to houses in ‘hot’ markets. Many will be wondering what steps they can take in order to improve their chances of selling their house in a timely manner for the best possible price. We have dealt with how to stage your home, how to add value to your property and how […]

The Biggest Property Viewing Turn-Offs for Brits

8th October 2019 by Tamir Davies

Sell House Fast has investigated the impact interior and exterior furnishings can have on prospective property owners and or renters. Considering how vital the viewing stage is when seeking out a new property, Sell House Fast sought to understand the extent to which certain aspects make a property less appealing by surveying 1,266 Brits who had been to several property viewings over the course of August 2018 to July 2019. The research exposed that extensive cracks/marks/stains on walls/ceilings and floors was the biggest deterrent for those finding a new property. Closely followed, 71% are dissatisfied when they find fixtures in […]

How to Avoid We Buy Any House Scams

29th September 2019 by admin

With the average time to sell a house taking anything from 2 to 3 months, according to Gov.uk research, you might be looking into ‘we buy any house’ companies in order to sell your house quickly- especially if you have experienced a buyer pulling out of a house sale. However, before considering this shortcut when selling your property, it is important that you do your due diligence to make sure the business you are dealing with is reputable, so you can avoid we buy any house scams. Here are some questions to ask yourself: What First Thing Should I Check […]

A Guide to Adding Value to Your Home

26th September 2019 by Tamir Davies

Whether you are looking to sell your property as soon as possible, or you’re thinking about doing so in the near future, it’s always a good idea to be prepared. Every homeowner wants to get the most out of their property, especially when you have invested so much over the years, so doing everything you can in your power to add value to your home is a smart move that will leave you with extra cash in your pocket. What to do before adding value to your home? Before discussing how to add value to your home before selling, it […]

Reasons You Might be Refused a Mortgage

20th September 2019 by Tamir Davies

Applying for a mortgage can be a daunting, but by following a few simple steps and understanding reasons for refusal, homebuyers can ensure they are in the best position to ensure they aren’t refused a mortgage from mortgage lenders. Despite the fact the majority of mortgage applications are accepted – at Halifax, eight out of 10 mortgage applications are approved – there are several different reasons that your mortgage application may be refused. Read on to find out more about why your mortgage application may be refused. These are 5 of the most common reasons for being refused a mortgage: […]

What is Subsidence and How Can You Treat it?

14th August 2019 by Tamir Davies

Few things strike fear into buyers and sellers alike than finding out a property has subsidence. Would you consider buying a property where there was risk of structural damage? This is certainly a question that many sellers have sleepless nights about – particularly if they are looking for a quick home sale. Although subsidence can be a serious problem, it doesn’t need to be a complete turn-off. In most cases, subsidence is manageable and doesn’t necessarily mean the property will be unsafe to live in. Take a read of our guide to subsidence to find out all your burning questions, […]