Category “Property”
The Help to Buy equity loan scheme – are you looking to buy your first home in Cornwall?
The Help to Buy equity loan scheme is an affordable home ownership scheme set up by the Government. This scheme was previously an option for many buyers but is now only offered to first-time buyers who have not previously owned a property or land in the UK or abroad. The scheme, administered by Target HCA, … Read More »
Carrying out works to your property? You may need to consider the Party Wall etc. Act 1996
Many homeowners in England and Wales are still unaware of their obligations under this act as a result of planned works to their property where these works evoke the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. The act can apply depending on the nature and location of works being carried out but will be evoked where … Read More »
Should I get a Pre-Purchase Survey, particularly on a New Build property?
It will likely continue to be a topic of debate for a long time to come….should I have a survey on a new build property before commitment to purchase? and you are likely to be receive different opinions and answers to this question for many reasons. Regardless of the age of a property and … Read More »
Moving Home Enters the 21st Century
Across the last 10 years we have seen phenomenal leaps in technology. We don’t have to look any further than companies we now use every day – Uber, Deliveroo, Tesla and so on. But, when it comes to moving home things have been relatively stagnant. Every time we move home it seems to be the … Read More »
Freehold Versus Leasehold Properties, Knowing The Difference
Two types of domains and tenures of property law dominate the occupancy and homeownership in the UK, freehold, and leasehold. Though both look similar, the differences get revealed as you delve deeper into the laws, rules, and regulations surrounding them. The complexity of situations can be tricky. Hence, it is essential to know about them. … Read More »
Benefits Of Hiring A Mortgage Advisor
What should you do? Should you try to find out the best mortgage deal or give a buzz to some mortgage advisor in the town? Every potential buyer has this question in mind. The decision is purely personal. If you find yourself confident in dealing with the mortgage agent, then there is no harm in … Read More »
Searching For A Home In A New Area? Don’t Forget To Consider These Things
When you are searching home in a new area, it is imperative to spend some time in research. Weigh up all available choices before making one property final. These essential aspects are for everyone, a citizen of the UK, or immigrant. Assess these aspects in every prospective location to make sure you feel at home … Read More »
The ABC of Market Rental Assessments
After investing price into a property that was a bit steep, you want to recover the cost as soon as possible. The easiest thing that you do is start casting a net for the tenant. However, the real challenge is not in finding a suitable tenant (of course, it is also not a kid’s play). … Read More »
How significant is the influence of St Ives to the local property market?
The history of St Ives is believed to date back to the mid-5th Century taking its name from the daughter of an Irish Chieftain, St Ia, other names St Ives has been known as include the Cornish Porthia and its pre-Christian name Pendennis meaning “headland fort”. Charles I incorporated the settlement as a borough in … Read More »
A Look Forward to 2020
We all know what our new years resolutions are and what we are hoping to do in the new year but what is happening in regards to the county and new developments set for completion in 2020? Here is a snapshot of the year ahead! Number 1 – The Pig Some of you may … Read More »
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