Picture perfect: How to take professional photos of your home
Taking the standard of picture required takes effort and patience. Here are CJ Hole's seven top tips for taking professional pictures of your home...
How to help your children get on the property ladder
While many of Generation Rent are writing off their chances of owning a home, others are seeking help from the Bank of Mum and Dad. We have outlined the best options available here...
4 common mistakes people make when buying a property
When buying a house it helps to have an understanding of the process, as well as being fully aware of what to expect from each of the steps to buying a house, to help you avoid these common buying mistakes...
Top tips to tackle condensation
If your property has a problem with condensation, check out these top tips from the experts to reduce condensation in your home.
9 questions to ask your letting agent
There are a whole host of questions landlords should ask letting agents, but at CJ Hole we have broken that list down to nine crucial areas of enquiry you should embark on prior to signing on any dotted lines.
How to choose an estate agent
Selling your home is all about decisions - and making the right ones at the right time. Choosing an estate agent is one of the most critical but with so many options available, where do you even start?
Landlords adopt cautious approach to buy-to-let following recent changes
Regulatory changes over the past few months have prompted increasing numbers of landlords to hold fire on further purchases and look at ways they can protect their current portfolios...
'Last time buyers' could help solve the UK's housing crisis
Homeowners falling into the 'Last time buyers' age group are remaining in unsuitable family homes due to a dearth of suitable housing stock. It is this age bracket that holds the key to unlocking the UK housing market...
What happens to my mortgage when I move home?
If you're planning to move to a new property, it's important to understand your mortgage options and any possible extra charges you might face so you can factor these in to your moving costs. Here's what you need to know...
Changes are looming for HMO properties
The HMO mandatory licensing scheme aimed at improving lettings market standards is set for a period of change.
Is now a good time to buy or sell a house?
With inflation cooling and rate rises still possible, we take a look at whether 'now' is a good time to buy or sell a property,
Surprising issues that could have an impact on your property's value
There are dozens of fairly obvious issues that can reduce the value of your home. Here are five issues that could have an impact on your property's value - and they may surprise you!
New legislation could provide huge shock to landlords and tenants
New EPC regulations are less than a month away but a survey has revealed that many landlords and tenants aren't aware of the upcoming changes. Here's what you need to know...
A third of South West landlords want to buy more rental properties in the future
We are all aware that the property and rental markets are changing, from the rise in online holiday letting platforms to Government policies and Brexit. But what do landlords and the property experts think?
Top reasons why Gloucestershire, Bristol and the Cotswolds are great places to live
Gloucestershire, Bristol and the South Cotswolds saw some serious cash change hands in the property market last year. So, what is it that attracts the great and the good to the area? Here are our top-seven reasons why Gloucestershire, Bristol and the Cots
How to prepare your property for spring
Whether you're planning to put your rental property on the market in spring 2018 or you've had the same tenants for a while and feel like their home needs a refresh, the coming weeks offer the perfect chance to get ready for the warmer months.
Why you need a property survey
There are a host of different property surveys available and prior to purchasing a property it's worth knowing which is which and exactly what you require.
Preparing for GDPR: 7 steps to consider
The General Data Protection Regulation comes into effect on May 25th 2018 and will almost certainly impact on how estate agencies collect key data from clients, whether it's in branch, on the phone or via portals.
How do you like your Brexit?
Nobody currently knows how the process to leave the European Union is going to turn out, all of which means there is an undertone of uncertainty when it comes to predicting housing market growth in 2018.
New Year, New EPC Regulations
A new year, for many, means juicy detoxing, exercise, giving up chocolate or vowing to save money. For landlords, though, the dawn of 2018 means new regulations when it comes to energy performance.
Getting your property ready for a New Year sale
If your New Year's resolution is to sell your property and move to a new place, you'll likely be thinking about what you can be doing now to prepare. If not, we have some top pointers from leading property insurance provider Just Landlords...
The Future of Student Accommodation
The ways in which properties are built and designed for students is constantly changing. Given that students like to stay on top of the latest trends and developments, property developers need to ensure they are keeping up with them.What exactly does
Election Time! How Will The Property Market Fare?
Well, the election fever trend certainly seems to be continuing with the announcement of a general election in just a few weeks time. Can we expect any big movements in the property market?
Mortgage price war intensifies
Mortgage rates have been competitive for months thanks to the record low Bank of England Base Rate, but recent weeks have seen several lenders launch their lowest ever rates.
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