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If you’re looking to list your home this autumn, here’s a seasonal selling strategy to help you attract and impress buyers.When it comes to selling a home, there are a few fundamentals that apply year-round.It’s critical that you get the price right, have a clear-out and clean up and use....

The number of households taking lodgers has risen by 89% in just three years.* Here are some points landlords should consider if their tenant has a lodger or asks for permission to have one.A lodger is someone who lives with a homeowner or tenant in their main home as a paying guest. They shar....

Whether it's pruning, planting or general maintenance, there’s plenty to keep you busy in the garden this month.Here’s a list of tasks to do in your garden now to prepare for the upcoming winter and next spring.Sweep, clear and tidyWhen the gorgeous red, yellow and orange autumn leaves sta....

Think you can’t afford to get on the property ladder? Well, think again. Thanks to changes in the mortgage market, the reality may be very different.Many aspiring first-time buyers (FTBs) have the wrong idea when it comes to mortgages, new research has found.A study by mortgage brokers Alexa....

If you have a house or flat to let (or relet), then chances are you’ll have many applicants to choose from. Here are some thoughts on managing the process and selecting the very best tenant.Have a great ‘to let’ advertHave a detailed and accurate description of your rental, along with go....

Ilkley Beer Festival 2026 - A Community Celebration in the Heart of TownAt Silverspring Sales & Lettings, we’re proud to be part of a thriving town that blendstradition, culture, and community spirit. One of the best examples of this is the IlkleyBeer Festival, returning on Friday 13th and S....

A popular DIY hack promoted on social media as a ‘renter-friendly upgrade’ is causing costly repair bills.Search ‘renter-friendly hacks’ on TikTok and you’ll find endless videos on low-cost ways to customise a property.Influencers share DIY transformation tips that they claim are eas....

Pensions have been a major talking point this week as it is Pension Awareness Week. So why not take the time to review your pension plans?1. Know how much you’ll needThe latest calculations from the Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association suggest that a one-person household requires £43,9....

A fixer-upper or a home that has 'room for improvement' has long been attractive to buyers. But that could be changing. Let's explore if it's a good idea to get your home move-in ready before putting it on the market.What buyers want may be changingA new survey* says buyers are prioritising 'r....