Autumn market view: Planning your Spring move now could save you time and money.
Well, that was quite a week for the property market! Although it’s always a hot topic in the press, the amount of coverage last week was completely off the scale. However, as the dust begins to settle after the mini-budget, you might be wondering what it all means if you’re planning to sell your home, […]
RGS Professionals Golf Day 2022.
On Monday 26 September, 48 golfers braved the wind, rain, hills and heather at the Royal Ashdown Old Course. Ralph James were proud to co-sponsor this event with Morr & Co.
Haggle or hold firm? How to achieve the best price in a changeable market.
The property market is a funny old world. One minute estate agents are running out of homes; the next, you’re told the market is running out of steam. What are you supposed to believe? According to Rightmove, prices are up year-on-year by 8.2% but down month-on-month by 1.3% (prices usually fall in August, and this […]
Parents and paws: our landlord guide on renting to tenants with children or pets.
“Never work with children or animals” has been a showbiz saying since the 1930s, but many landlords also live by the same advice. Landlords are three times more likely than agents to refuse tenants with children or pets, but they’re less likely than agents to deduct the cost of repairs from the security deposit. Do […]
Move faster: how to sell quickly and get the best price.
There are many positives to finding a buyer while your home is truly hot property, and we like to call them the FIVE Ps: price, photography, presentation, profile and passion. Here’s how to make the most of them.
The price isn’t right: how to spot and stop your home being overvalued.
Flattering pricing doesn’t get you moved, and the initial high can soon descend into anxiety, disappointment and irritation. So how can you tell if your home has been valued correctly or whether your move is being put at unnecessary risk?
What I rent: Kelvin and Leanne.
We think it’s important to be transparent, and what better way to demonstrate what it’s truly like to rent in Redhill, than from someone who currently is?
Its buy-to-let broken? Facts, figures and future trends for private landlords.
Property has proven itself time and time again as one of the safest investment strategies. People will always need a home, and, whatever happens in the market, your buy-to-let cannot disappear overnight. There’s a reason for the phrase: “as safe as houses”.
Selling this Spring? What to expect, new style trends and top viewing tips.
While more availability does equal more competition, it spells good news for finding your next home (as long as you’re ready when it hits the market). So give yourself the upper hand in selling your home and finding your next one with this guide.
Bigger and brighter: how to make your home feel lighter and more spacious.
Perhaps you’re looking for a swift and simple springtime shake-up, or you’re getting ready to sell and want to wow your buyers.