Low-Fee Agents: Why Bristol Sellers Should Beware of Rock-Bottom Deals
by Beth TulipIn this two-minute read, we look at why low agent fees don’t equal top selling price. Unless your name is Elon Musk, selling your home will probably be the biggest transaction you make in your lifetime. So, who will you entrust...
Eight Ways to Celebrate National Children’s Day in Bristol
by Beth TulipIn this two-minute read, we look at ways to promote children’s wellbeing. The past year has been challenging for kids, so let’s make them feel special on National Children’s Day (NCD) on Sunday 16 May. The lockdowns of the...
What’s the Rental Return on Your Bristol Buy-to-Let Property?
by Beth TulipA two-minute read to help you quickly determine the return on a buy-to-let property in Bristol. If you’re looking for a property to rent out, it’s important to understand the numbers involved. You may have inherited a property...
Helping Your Elderly Relatives with Property Moves in Bristol
by Beth TulipA three-minute read. For an elderly relative, moving on to the next chapter of their lives can be an emotional experience. The need to move home might stem from financial needs, bereavement, health reasons, or the wish to be...
How Bristol Property Owners Can Choose a Trustworthy Builder
by Beth TulipIn this three-minute read, we look at how Bristol homeowners can protect themselves from unscrupulous builders. We’ve all heard the renovation horror stories. The builder who does a runner halfway through a job, leaving a...
What Expenses Can I Put against My Tax Return as a Bristol Landlord?
by Beth TulipThis three-minute read guides Bristol landlords to declaring their rental income in the best way possible. If you rent out a property and receive a rental income from that, you must declare it. You have to pay tax on any profit....
A to Z Change of Address Checklist for Bristol Homeowners
by Beth TulipA two-minute read. As if selling your home, packing your belongings, and remembering to take the dog isn’t stressful enough, unfortunately, you can’t escape the paperwork palaver that comes with moving. Notifying companies and...
From Bog Snorkelling to Burning Barrels: Britain’s Weird and Wonderful Events
by Beth TulipIn this three-minute read, we celebrate the eccentric events that unite and delight. Whether it’s bog swimmers in mankinis or Vikings brandishing burning fence posts, Britain can lay claim to some of the world’s weirdest and...
How Bristol Landlords Can Avoid Tenant Disputes about Cleaning
by Beth TulipIn this three-minute read, we look at ways landlords can prevent losing money in disputes about cleaning. It’s not just couples who bicker over who did or didn’t scrub the bathroom; landlords and tenants can often find...