Guides — Page 8 of 10

People often underestimate the stress that comes with dealing with an estate after the death of a loved one - particularly when that involves an inherited property. Between sad memories, house clearances and tied up capital the process can be tough.

Getting on the property ladder is hard and the government Help-to-Buy scheme will stop by 2017 but there are still ways to step onto the first rung, particularly if parents decide to downsizing and provide the deposit.

Getting divorced is a sad reality for many couples and can lead to animosity and stress. Property is often a big sticking point in the process and deciding what to do with the house is an important step.

We have recently carried out a retirement survey on 500 average British retirees looking at their financial situation when retiring and how many people needed to sell their property in order to live a comfortable retired life.

We share some top tips on how to best describe your property with local amenities and infrastructure in mind.

So you’ve retired from work and the kids have flown the nest; now could be the ideal time to rethink your living situation too.

If you are selling your house you will know that buyers always try to get the lowest price possible, but read on to find out how you,as a seller, can have the power of influence.

For those looking to sell their home or apply for a mortgage, an uncertain economic climate that has been further affected by the results of the recent referendum has made such decisions quite tricky. Check our advice here.

If you’re looking to expand your property portfolio or you’re an aspiring landlord, then finding the areas which have houses with the highest yield will be your priority.

If you’re a young professional searching for an ideal property near the city then why not consider renting or buying in Watford? Click here to read more on the best areas to buy and rent as a young professional.