As many of you have probably already heard, there are going to be some big changes made in the lettings industry in the near future. As a landlord, I am sure you have many questions about what these changes are going to be and when these changes will come into action.

Cast your mind back to the New Year… Did you promise yourself that this was the year you were going to start taking care of yourself? Get more exercise, go for walks, eat better? Did you promptly forget these promises and reach for the biscuit tin? Well now’s your chance to get back into it.

With summer officially starting in a few weeks, most people will have banished all thoughts of winter and the dark, damp days that go with it.

First-time buyers are key drivers in the property market and could be the ideal candidate to purchase your home. So, are you doing enough to target them?

Change is a natural part of life, and the property market in Haydock is no exception. Over the past four weeks, there have been some interesting developments. Let's take a closer look at what's been happening and how it can affect homeowners and buyers in the area.

You don’t need to be an expert gardener or have lots of space to create cheery window boxes that are the envy of all your neighbours.

It’s not just birds, bees and butterflies that come out in force in summer – unfortunately, burglars step up their activity, too.

If you’re selling a property, you might think that selling to one of your nearest and dearest is the answer. After all, they know what they’re buying, you’ll save on professional fees, and the home you love will be left in good hands.

Are you trying to sell your home? Perhaps you have been on the market for a while and are beginning to feel frustrated at the lack of offers? Or maybe you had a timescale that you had hoped to be sold by, and that is hurtling towards you without a sale in sight? Follow these tips to sell your home this summer.

Did you try to cut costs when moving your tenant in, eschewing the option of an inventory? Or perhaps you found the tenant yourself and have never even heard of an inventory before? This article will explain why every rental property should have an inventory and why you could be in trouble if you don't.

If you are looking to buy a property make sure you ask these questions before you make an offer - you could uncover valuable information that can help you with your negotiation.

If you are considering marketing your property for sale this summer, make sure that you present the outside space as well as you do the inside to maximise the value of your home.