When it comes to renting a property from a landlord, there should be a section in your tenancy agreement that stipulates you are responsible for paying council tax, along with other utility bills and services for the property. Throughout this guide we have highlighted the simple principles around council tax and what you need to know about it.
With so many of us taking our work out of the office and into our homes, there has never been a more popular time to rethink the study space in your very own home. Follow the tips below to know how to implement your work life into your own home.
Having a professional photographer come in might seem like an extra (and unnecessary cost) to some people but we think it can be a really important step in selling your home. We’ve collated some useful tips from our years of experience to prepa
Given all the jargon and acronyms that fly around the property world, our lettings team has given us some of their most commonly used terminology. Inventory A list of contents for the property that the seller has left. This c
We have a new mortgage lender in town, and it goes by the name the “Bank of Mum & Dad”. It is apparently now the sixth largest lender in the country. It’s funny because I always wanted to start a bank, I just never r
As Spring approaches now could be a good time to refresh your home and breathe some new life back in to it, especially if you are planning to sell in 2020. Here are some tips you can employ to brighten your home now: Out with t
Over the last couple of years, there has been some unrest in the UK property market, particularly for investors. Brexit created uncertainty but now that we are leaving the EU tomorrow there is a significant return of confidence, which we have seen si
Have you bought a property to let, and now want to increase the rental yield to maximise your profits? You should consider a range of immediate actions and long-term strategies. Here are some easy methods of doing so. Review your rental
We all dream about our ideal home every once in a while, but in 2020, you can make it a reality, and if you start thinking big by selling or buying through Mishon Mackay, you’ll find the experience to be an enjoyable and exciting time rather th
No two houses are the same; even two properties on the same street have things that distinguish them from one another. On paper, they might have exactly the same provision, with identical floor plans, and both well maintained. Yet one is
The weekend press has been well populated with comments and analysis from property agents and developers who consider the newly elected Government, with a substantial working majority, as a significant adrenaline boost for the ailing residential prop
Winter home staging tricks are just as essential as summer and springtime. The general belief is that warmer months are the best time for putting your house on the market, but did you know that winter is a great time to sell? While the s