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With airline baggage fees at an all-time high, here are some tips to help you pack like a pro for your next getaway.If you loathe packing for a holiday, you’re not alone. Sixty-two per cent of people find the act of squeezing clothing, shoes, toiletries, chargers and accessories into a suit....

If you’re desperate for more space at home, could a room in the garden be the solution? Here’s what you need to consider first.With children increasingly living with their parents well into their twenties and thirties, many homeowners are yearning for more living space.The obvious answer t....

There are now 1.3 million electric vehicles on UK roads, with numbers rising 38% over the last year alone.* Here’s what landlords need to know about the demand for electric vehicle charging.Do you need to fit an EV charger in your property?There is currently no legal requirement for rental p....

To avoid a last-ditch panic, it’s worth making back-to-school preparations sooner rather than later.All good things must come to an end, even the summer holidays.While this may not be something you want to contemplate just yet, it pays to think ahead and avoid leaving everything to the last ....

Here are some home truths about property overvaluations that you must read if you're thinking about listing your property.If it's too good to be true…well, you know how the rest of the saying goes. In fact, you've probably used it when a friend or family member has asked you for financial o....

Even good landlords with good tenants sometimes receive complaints. Here are some top tips for handling any complaints you might receive quickly and easily.What do tenants complain about most?According to the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA)*, most complaints aren’t actually....

Afternoon Tea Week runs from 11 to 17 August this year. What more of an excuse do you need to enjoy this great British tradition? Here are a few tips to make your afternoon tea extra special. 1. Make it yourself, make it local Traditional afternoon tea treats include finger sandwiches, s....

The Government has recently announced a new mortgage guarantee scheme. Here we’ll explain how it works and what it might mean for the property market. What is the new Mortgage Guarantee Scheme? The Mortgage Guarantee Scheme is an official scheme where the government backs mortgages tha....

A new survey pours cold water on the claim that landlords are abandoning the private rental sector in droves.The press loves a dramatic headline, don’t they?Back in December, one national newspaper ran this thundering warning: ‘The devastating landlord exodus about to hit Britain.’Other ....