Selling a property with a tenant: Your options as a landlord explained
Selling your property with existing tenants can be more difficult. Read this CJ Hole guide to help you through the steps you need to take...
Selling your house: Tips to boost your chances of a quick sale
In a slow-moving market, selling your house quickly can be difficult and frustrating in equal measure. But there are steps you can take to improve your chances of a quick sale. Here are CJ Hole's top tips for selling your home...
What is Property Investment Crowdfunding?
Property crowdfunding is a type of investment allowing multiple people to buy a share in a house. Find out more with this CJ Hole guide to property crowdfunding...
Invest in UK property: A beginner's guide
Investing in property in the UK is still a great way to make money and build a secure financial future. There are a whole host of suitable properties to buy as an investment out there. But before you start out on your journey, check out our beginner's gui
Shared ownership: The pros and cons explained
Shared ownership can offer you the chance to buy a share a property rather than 100%. Find out more details with this CJ Hole guide to shared ownership...
13 key things to remember when moving home
There's plenty to remember when it comes to the 'big move', so we've compiled a list of the most important things to remember when you move home to help you ensure you have everything covered before the big day.
The ban on tenant fees: What landlords and tenants can expect
If you haven't been planning ahead, now is the time for landlords, tenants and us agents to be gearing up for the tenant fees ban, which is coming into force on June 1. But what can we expect? CJ Hole's guide to the tenant fees ban can help...
7 tips to ensure your property sale goes smoothly
With so many key people being involved in property transactions, it can be a stressful time for both buyers and sellers alike. Here are CJ Hole's top tips to ensure the sale of your home runs as smoothly as possible...
First-time buyers: 7 'dos' and 'don'ts' when buying your first home
There are a raft of considerations to make before buying your first home, so CJ Hole has put together our list of seven 'dos' and 'don'ts' before you take the first step on the property ladder.
Why Bristol will remain a buy-to-let hotspot in 2019
Bristol has long been seen as a buy-to-let investment hotspot. With its high employment rates, fast-growing economy and location and travel connections, Bristol has everything that a buy-to-let landlord needs to succeed.
Give your property sale a head start before 2019
Christmas is traditionally a slow time for property. But if you already thinking of selling or renting out your house in the New Year, the days leading up to Christmas could provide a great opportunity to get a head start on the competition.
What will an estate agent look for when valuing my home?
As well as knowing how to help your property reach its valuation pinnacle, knowing what agents look for when valuing a home can help you understand and appreciate the complexities of valuing property. So what do agents look for when valuing a home? Take a
Great winter property maintenance tips for your home
With summer having turned into autumn in the blink of an eye, it's time for landlords and homeowners to turn their attentions to some pre-Christmas property maintenance. Here are our five top tips for making sure your property is protected this winter...
Autumn budget round-up 2018
As expected, Chancellor Philip Hammond's Autumn Budget yesterday carried a distinctly Brexit theme, however there were a few housing headlines to be aware of...
Thinking of selling? Six top tips to add value to your home
Whether buying or selling property, we're all after the best deal we can get. From a selling point of view, that means achieving the best possible price you can once your property hits the market. Read on for CJ Hole's top tips for adding value to your ho
How to 'de-pet' your home: Tips for selling a property when you have pets
If you're a pet owner, you may need to consider how to 'de-pet' your home before any viewings are booked in. Not everyone likes the idea of animals in the home, and it could deter them from wanting to buy your property. We've put together a list of tips f
Don't be a victim: Top tips to deter a burglar
The best way to keep a burglar out of your property is to prevent your home being targeted in the first place. Here, CJ Hole runs through the best home security and deterrence steps...
9 tips to make moving home stress-free
Moving home is a stressful business. Here are CJ Hole's top tips for making that move to a new home as straightforward as possible.
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...
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?
'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...
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