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  • How SE18/SE28 Landlords Are Finding and Keeping Dream Tenants 8th November Uncategorised

    How SE18/SE28 Landlords Are Finding and Keeping Dream Tenants

    How SE18/SE28 Landlords Are Finding and Keeping Dream Tenants In this three-minute read, we look at how landlords in SE18/SE28 can find and keep terrific tenants. ‘Finders keepers, losers weepers.’ It’s a timeless rhyme used every day in school playgrounds in SE18/SE28 and all over the UK. It often applies…

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  • Top Tips for Selling Your Clutter Online in SE18/SE28 6th November Uncategorised

    Top Tips for Selling Your Clutter Online in SE18/SE28

    Top Tips for Selling Your Clutter Online in SE18/SE28  In this two-minute read, we give you our top tips for selling your unwanted items online.  Let’s face it, as a nation, we like a lot of stuff. Whether we’re panic buying loo rolls or ordering fashion bargains online, sometimes all…

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  • Things to Do Before Buying a Run-Down Property 1st November Uncategorised

    Things to Do Before Buying a Run-Down Property

    Things to Do Before Buying a Run-Down Property In this two-minute read, we give you a quick checklist to make sure your project is as pain free as possible. Got your eye on a property that needs some major TLC? Whether a rental investment or a new home, there’s lots…

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  • Investing with a Friend: A Guide for SE18/SE28 Landlords  21st October Uncategorised

    Investing with a Friend: A Guide for SE18/SE28 Landlords 

      Investing with a Friend: A Guide for SE18/SE28 Landlords  In this two-minute read, we ask if it’s wise to buy a rental property in SE18/SE28 with a buddy. Purchasing a buy-to-let property with a friend is an appealing prospect – on paper, at least. But it’s important to carefully weigh up the risks…

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  • Top Tips for Choosing an Estate Agent 14th October Uncategorised

    Top Tips for Choosing an Estate Agent

    Top Tips for Choosing an Estate Agent  In this two-minute read, we look at how to select the best estate agent to sell your home.  When it comes to selling a property, it pays to do your research before choosing an agent to manage the sale. Now you might think…

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  • The True Cost of Clutter When Selling a Property 13th October Uncategorised

    The True Cost of Clutter When Selling a Property

    The True Cost of Clutter When Selling a Property  In this two-minute read, we look at one of the simplest ways to turbo charge the sale of your home – decluttering. When it comes to selling a home, there’s a simple way to add thousands of pounds to the price…

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  • Why Do People Up Sticks? The Eight Reasons for Moving Home 13th October Uncategorised

    Why Do People Up Sticks? The Eight Reasons for Moving Home

    Why Do People Up Sticks? The Eight Reasons for Moving Home  A two-minute read on what prompts people to sell up and buy elsewhere.  Most people looking to move home fall into one of eight categories. Learn what these categories are so that you can fine-tune your property selling strategy.…

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  • Tips for SE18/SE28 Renters Looking for a Stress-Free Move 13th October Uncategorised

    Tips for SE18/SE28 Renters Looking for a Stress-Free Move

    Tips for SE18/SE28 Renters Looking for a Stress-Free Move  In this two-minute read, we look at how renters in SE18/SE28 can take the hassle out of finding a place to live. Are you looking to move into a new rental property? Here’s a guide to finding a new home. Research  Identify where you would…

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  • Beginner’s Guide to Building a Property Portfolio in SE18/SE28 13th October Uncategorised

    Beginner’s Guide to Building a Property Portfolio in SE18/SE28

     Beginner’s Guide to Building a Property Portfolio in SE18/SE28 In this two-minute read, we look at the basics of building your portfolio and how to try and make your investment a sound one. Building a property portfolio might sound like a great way to build an additional income, but it…

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  • Let’s Show Support for Our Amazing Hospices 28th September Uncategorised

    Let’s Show Support for Our Amazing Hospices

    Let’s Show Support for Our Amazing Hospices  This two-minute read explains why we should all get behind Hospice Care Week (4 – 8 October). The nation’s 200 hospices care each year for 225,000 children and adults with terminal or life-limiting illnesses. And, after an incredibly tough 18 months, they need…

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Small Gestures, Big Impact: It’s Random Acts of Kindness Day 9th April Uncategorised

Small Gestures, Big Impact: It’s Random Acts of Kindness Day

Small Gestures, Big Impact: It’s Random Acts of Kindness Day Random Acts of Kindness Day is this Saturday 17th February. The idea of a day to perform random acts of kindness began in America in 1995. It’s spread globally and is a great opportunity to show how small, thoughtful actions…

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What You Should Know before You and Your Partner Live Together  If talk between you and your partner this Valentine’s Day turns to living together, there are a few practical things you should know first.  Here at Hi Residential, we pride ourselves on being as helpful as possible.  But dishing out relationship advice is a step too far – even for us.  So, if you’re considering moving in with your partner, we’ll leave the big decisions and lovey-dovey stuff down to you.  However, if you decide to co-habit, we have some useful, albeit unromantic, advice for you.  It’s based on insights we’ve gained over the years from helping many couples set up home together.  Speak to your landlord  One option when moving in together is to start afresh in a new rental property. However, if you plan to move into your partner’s rented place or for them to join you, then you need to discuss this with the landlord. Be aware that you’ll need to get the landlord’s permission first, and they’ll most likely have to run a reference check.   Budget and bills  The good thing about living with someone is you can share the financial burden of renting. But you’ll need to have a frank conversation at the start to discuss how much you can afford to pay in rent and how you’ll split the bills.  Jointly liable  It’s worth understanding that when the two of you sign a tenancy agreement, you are both ‘jointly and severally liable’. This means that if, for example, your partner loses their job and can’t pay the rent, you could be liable to pay their share. The same goes for the upkeep and maintenance of the property. You’re both equally responsible.   Logistics  If you both already have your own homes, decide what furniture you’ll each take to your new property. It’s unlikely that you will have room for more than one sofa, bed or dining table, so you may need to give away or sell some big-ticket items. At this point, you may also get the home-making bug and decide to buy some items to turn your new place into a cosy love nest. In that case, it may be time to put your relationship to the test by taking a trip to Ikea. Good luck.  If you’re looking for a new rental property, contact us here at Hi Residential today. 9th April Uncategorised

What You Should Know before You and Your Partner Live Together If talk between you and your partner this Valentine’s Day turns to living together, there are a few practical things you should know first. Here at Hi Residential, we pride ourselves on being as helpful as possible. But dishing out relationship advice is a step too far – even for us. So, if you’re considering moving in with your partner, we’ll leave the big decisions and lovey-dovey stuff down to you. However, if you decide to co-habit, we have some useful, albeit unromantic, advice for you. It’s based on insights we’ve gained over the years from helping many couples set up home together. Speak to your landlord One option when moving in together is to start afresh in a new rental property. However, if you plan to move into your partner’s rented place or for them to join you, then you need to discuss this with the landlord. Be aware that you’ll need to get the landlord’s permission first, and they’ll most likely have to run a reference check. Budget and bills The good thing about living with someone is you can share the financial burden of renting. But you’ll need to have a frank conversation at the start to discuss how much you can afford to pay in rent and how you’ll split the bills. Jointly liable It’s worth understanding that when the two of you sign a tenancy agreement, you are both ‘jointly and severally liable’. This means that if, for example, your partner loses their job and can’t pay the rent, you could be liable to pay their share. The same goes for the upkeep and maintenance of the property. You’re both equally responsible. Logistics If you both already have your own homes, decide what furniture you’ll each take to your new property. It’s unlikely that you will have room for more than one sofa, bed or dining table, so you may need to give away or sell some big-ticket items. At this point, you may also get the home-making bug and decide to buy some items to turn your new place into a cosy love nest. In that case, it may be time to put your relationship to the test by taking a trip to Ikea. Good luck. If you’re looking for a new rental property, contact us here at Hi Residential today.

What You Should Know before You and Your Partner Live Together  If talk between you and your partner this Valentine’s Day turns to living together, there are a few practical things you should know first. Here at Hi Residential, we pride ourselves on being as helpful as possible. But dishing out…

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