Lower interest rates for high EPC-rated properties in Bristol
By Alexander May TeamThe Real Estate Finance division of Secure Trust Bank has launched a new funding initiative to encourage investment in energy-efficient homes. The new Green Investment Loan is welcome news to property investors facing pressure...
Going Green: Buyers save 52% on energy bills in Bristol
By Alexander May TeamWith the cost of living on the rise, it comes as no surprise that we are trying to cut costs in as many places as possible. For new-build buyers, energy efficiency is possibly more of a priority now than ever before. However, many...
Three improvements buyers are looking for in a Bristol property
By Alexander May TeamWhen it comes to selling your home, there is nothing you want more than for your buyers to love your home as much as you always have. Preparing your home can feel like a time-consuming and potentially daunting task. However, this...
Is renting long-term becoming more popular in Bristol?
By Alexander May TeamRecent research when compared globally, the UK now has the 10th biggest share of rental properties versus private home ownership. Figures from a specialist rental platform show that over the last ten years, the number of rental...
More first-time buyers in Bristol are investing in buy-to-let properties
By Alexander May TeamFigures from an independent finance broker have revealed a 5% increase in the number of first-time buyers applying to purchase a property on a buy-to-let basis, rather than as a home to live in. The shortage of properties on the...
What makes the perfect tenant in Bristol?
By Alexander May TeamHaving a positive relationship with your landlord is important when renting a property. But what are the best qualities to hold when searching for a rental property? Rent should be paid on time every month, and you should pay in...
Ten steps to finding your perfect home in Bristol and North Somerset
By Alexander May TeamIf you are searching for a home, you will want to follow these steps to help you along the way. 1. Set a sensible budget To help set a sensible budget, it can help to involve a specialist mortgage advisor at this early stage....
Summer interior design ideas
By Alexander May TeamAfter the spring clean comes the summer spruce-up. Longer days and warmer evenings in Bristol offer the perfect opportunity to tackle those home décor projects – especially if you have some time off work. Read on to be inspired...
Renters are locking in longer tenancies in Bristol
By Alexander May TeamIt has been estimated that there are currently three times more tenants looking for homes than there are rental properties available, making it the most competitive rental market ever recorded. Quarterly tracking by a popular...
Housing supply starts to improve in Bristol and North Somerset.
By Alexander May TeamWhile the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors have tipped the property market in favour of sellers recently, there are some positive signs for buyers looking for better value. This month, property search portal OnTheMarket...