Low-Cost Ways to Have Fun in the Easter Holidays
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamIf you’re looking for ways to keep your children entertained this Easter, here are some fun activities. Organise a treasure hunt Take the traditional Easter egg search to the next level by preparing a treasure hunt. Hide clues...
Four Ways to Reduce the Stress of Being a Landlord
3 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamBeing a landlord is one of those jobs where there’s no middle ground. It’s either low stress with great tenants and affordable mortgage rates, or it’s the total opposite: high stress, broken appliances, tenancy challenges...
Estate Agent Costs: Fixed Fees Vs Commission
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamIf moving is on your mind, the first thing you need to do is find the right estate agent. But before you can do this, you need to answer a more fundamental question: what type of agent do you want to handle the transaction? You...
Is your home safe?
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamSome days, it’s like your home is a minefield of accidents just waiting to happen. You trip up the stairs with a pile of washing in your arms, you break your favourite mug, and to top it all off, you burn the toast. Not fun....
Why Targeting Older Tenants Makes Good Business Sense
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamOlder tenants are a growing force in the private rental sector, so is it time for savvy landlords to proactively target this demographic? It’s one of the most striking trends in the housing sector over the past decade. Between...
Four Signs You’ve Found Yourself a Committed Buyer
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamIt’s every seller’s worst nightmare. You’re on the cusp of finalising the sale of your property when your buyer gets cold feet and runs for the hills. Just like that, your plans go out the window. If you’re part of a...
How to Make Sure Your Rental Property Is Safe
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamUnless you’re lucky enough to have long-term tenants, every time a new lot of renters move in, there are lots of checks to be made, forms to sign, letters to send. One thing that should never be ignored or delayed are your...
Four Reasons Why Spring Is a Great Time to Sell Your Home
2 minute read postedSpring officially starts next week, and with it comes a host of joys: longer days, trees in bud and flowers in bloom. And if you’re selling a property, there’s something else to celebrate – a spike in buyers looking to make...
What Happens When Your Rental is Being Sold
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamAs a tenant living in a rental property, you need to be aware of your rights. Fortunately, due to recent reforms in legislation, you’re now more protected than ever when it comes to matters of eviction and deposits. But what if...
Eight Reasons Why Landlords Should Refurbish Their Buy-to-Lets
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale Team“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” That’s the view some landlords take on the question of renovating a buy-to-let. They do the absolute minimum in terms of maintenance and repairs and only manage to meet their legal...