Becky Reardon

In this two-minute read, we look at why movers in Bristol need to act now if they want to save thousands of pounds in cash. The legendary American author Mark Twain famously said this about procrastination: ‘Never put off till...

In this three-minute read, we look at the unusual things that tenants have left behind after moving out and explain how landlords can avoid post-tenancy clean-up bills. End-of-tenancy checks can spring all manner of surprises on...

In this 90-second speed read, we look at the things people are stopping and starting in October. 2020 will go down in history as the year when life stopped, albeit temporarily. And with local lockdowns coming into force, that...

In this three-minute read, we look at how landlords can manage tenants who are noisy, aggressive or destructive. Let’s start with the good news: the vast majority of tenants pay their rent on time and cause their landlords very...

In this three-minute read, we look at the long-term forecasts for the housing market and what they mean if you’re thinking about moving in Bristol After one of the most unusual years on record for the housing industry, the...

A two-minute read. Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced earlier this week that he would make the dream of buying a first home a more achievable reality for first-time buyers. The news came in a speech to the virtual Conservative...

In this 90-second speed read, we discover how something so simple to do can have such big positive effects. This month sees the world’s biggest drawing festival take place. Throughout October, there are activities taking place...

In this three-minute read, we look at why a landlord needs a professional mindset, and what can go wrong if emotions cloud your judgment. There’s a line in the classic film The Godfather that neatly sums up what landlords need...

In this three-minute read, we look at ways to keep your body and mind active in October. 1. Plant some bulbs Bulbs are easy to plant, can go in either the ground or pots, require virtually no looking after and pack a colourful...

This blog, taken from Zoopla, can help you through your finances and what you can afford to rent. There's little point viewing potential homes - either in person or online - if you haven't worked out all the costs and got your...