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Property Market Update: What’s been happening in the UK Property Market June 2021

By Mike Jones
News
23 July 2021

It’s been a crazy busy one for us and indeed most agents throughout the UK. The UK property market is continuing to enjoy a boom, with prices still rising in most areas, although with the first stamp duty deadline looming, prices may begin to plateau slightly.

Hiring Contractors: A landlord’s guide to finding tradespeople in Basingstoke you can trust

By Mike Jones
Landlords
16 July 2021

Being a landlord means having the numbers of a good plumber, electrician and handyman to hand in case of an emergency. But who is reliable?

What are School Catchment Areas and do they Affect Property Prices?

By Natalie Painter
Buying Property
9 July 2021

If you’ve got children or are planning on having them in the future, then you’ve probably given this some thought when looking at properties to buy in Basingstoke.

Selling Your Home in Basingstoke: Here’s how to get your Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

By Jamie Bennett
Selling Property
5 July 2021

An EPC is a rating of energy efficiency, which runs from A at the most efficient, to G, the least efficient. This helps homebuyers work out the rough cost of energy if they move into your Basingstoke property.

Back on the market: can changing your estate agent reset your move?

By Jamie Bennett
Selling Property
25 June 2021

Can changing your estate agent reset your property move? Have you had the best advice for your property. Changing agent could be pivotal to getting your move back on track

Rent arrears: finding a balance between compassion and collection

By Mike Jones
Landlords
18 June 2021

Although rent arrears have been a hot topic during the pandemic, it’s far from being a new subject. That said, if the discussion has taught us anything in the last year, it’s that anyone can be affected by economic events: no-one is immune, however high their income.

What are House Moving Costs?

Buying Property
11 June 2021

What costs are involved in moving house? Here at Belvoir Basingstoke we have the expertise to take you through some of the critical factors when thinking about the money side of moving home in Basingstoke.

Hidden Potential: Using the untapped value of your home for selling points

By Natalie Painter
Selling Property
4 June 2021

Potential is a magic word in property, and no wonder. An unseen side of estate agency is how we look for property potential in EVERY home, not just unmodernised ones.

How Long Does it Take to Exchange Contracts on a House?

By Jamie Bennett
Buying Property
28 May 2021

The exchange of contracts is the point at which the buyer is legally obliged to purchase the property from the seller. How long does it get to this stage?

Outdoor Entertaining in Basingstoke: 7 of the Best Ideas

By Jo Jones
General
23 May 2021

Entertaining outside is a wonderful option for the warmer evenings that spring and summer welcome. It allows you to enjoy the company of your family and friends, whilst keeping your home immaculate. Here are our tips for entertaining outdoors.

Accidental landlord? What you need to know

By Mike Jones
Landlords
21 May 2021

Have you inherited a property, moved in with a partner or relocated but don't want to sell your property? If you want to rent your property out, it could prove a great investment for you, but there are a number of important things to know and consider before you think about moving a tenant in!