Tag Archives: Home improvements

Spruce Up Your Garden!

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You may have the interior of your home in tip-top condition but what about your outdoor space? If you are thinking of selling your property, the condition of the outside can be just as important as the inside. Here at Sell House Fast we have a 'we buy any home' mentality, but prospective buyers are a whole lot more fussy – so here are a few ways you can spruce up your garden!   Weed & trim Overgrown hedges and shrubs can make a garden feel cramped so cutting bushes back will help to make it feel more spacious. Mowing the lawn […]

Why Might Your Property Value Decrease?

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Buying a property is a serious investment and it is important to protect that investment by keeping it maintained to a high standard. Basic maintenance frequently can prevent your home from losing value – it may even help to increase it. Whether you’re planning to stay in your home for years or if you are looking to sell, here are some handy tips to reduce the likelihood of a property value decrease. Kerb appeal If the exterior of your property makes a great first impression, everyone will want to see what’s inside. However, if the front of your house has an […]

7 Ways to Make A Room Bigger Using Illusions

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Spacious room with plenty of light

When you first move into a new home, it feels like you have lots of space. However, a few years down the line, it can start to feel much smaller and cramped, especially if kids have arrived too! If you don’t the funds to add an extension to your home, there are other ways to make a room bigger and create the illusion of a larger space.  There are seven ways you can make make a room bigger without breaking the bank balance. All you need is a little imagination and optical illusions within the interior design.  Seven steps to […]

Homeowners Are Cashing in Fast

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Homeowners are cashing in fast on the increased equity in their homes gained by rising property values. On average they borrowed £9,069 more than a year ago according to the Mortgage Search Tracker from Mortgage Advice Bureau. Releasing cash by remortgaging means owners can use the money to clear property debts, pay for home improvements or spend on other things such as a wedding, holiday or new car. Using equity to pay off debts can be risky. For example, with credit card debt, there could be a temptation to slip back into old habits and spend on cards that have […]