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...
A Landlord’s Guide to Selling a Rental Property
3 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamOver the last 12 months, it’s been reported that many landlords have decided enough is enough and are exiting the buy-to-let game in their droves. And whilst these headlines may or may not be accurate, one thing is for sure,...
Quick Tips for Tidying Up before a House Viewing
2 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamFirst impressions matter. And when it comes to showing off your property, the way it looks will go a long way to impress potential buyers. Outside If you’ve got a driveway or porch area, give it a quick sweep, getting rid of any...
Make Your Rental a Home
3 minute read posted by The Edward Ashdale TeamWhether your rental property is a blank space you just sleep in, or it’s a new family property, it’s important to make it feel like home. So, how can you fall in love with your rental without breaching tenancy rules? You could...