Tenant's guide to eco-friendly renting
By Annabelle Clitherow on 11th Jun 2023The rental market is starting to sit up and take notice of the importance of sustainability. People who rent their homes can do a lot to lessen their...
10 facts you should know if you’re renting your home
By Annabelle Clitherow on 4th Jun 2023Are you looking to rent a property for the first time and would like to know more about what you can expect? In this blog, we will look at the most...
How to maintain your roof
By Annabelle Clitherow on 28th May 2023All property owners are aware of how important their roof is, but very few actually know how to maintain it. If you are a self-managing landlord, it’s...
The power of sunshine
By Annabelle Clitherow on 21st May 2023One of the best things we can do for our mental and physical well-being is to welcome sunshine into our homes. Numerous advantages, including higher...
How to Prepare for Tenant Turnover
By Annabelle Clitherow on 7th May 2023Being ready for tenant turnover is one of the most important components of maintaining a rental property as a landlord. Landlords must react quickly to...
How to help children cope with the emotions and challenges associated with movin
By Annabelle Clitherow on 30th Apr 2023Children can benefit from moving to a new home, especially if the transfer is motivated by a good change, such as better employment, a safer neighbourhood,...
How to give your rental property a Spring MOT
By Annabelle Clitherow on 23rd Apr 2023A springtime property MOT will enable you to tackle any issues while the weather is favourable and before the peak season for hiring plumbers, builders,...
The best thing landlords can do
By Annabelle Clitherow on 9th Apr 2023The rising cost of living is squeezing everyone’s budgets, which means it is more important than ever for landlords to do everything they can to try to...
How to pack and move home like a pro
By Annabelle Clitherow on 2nd Apr 2023Moving home is one of the most stressful things you can do, and packing to move is the cause of a large proportion of that stress. But there are things you...
Do I need an EPC?
By Annabelle Clitherow on 26th Mar 2023Everyone who is advertising their residential property for rent in the UK is required by law to commission an EPC. In Scotland, it is required that the EPC...
How can you help your tenants with the cost of living crisis?
By Annabelle Clitherow on 19th Mar 2023The rising cost of living has affected everyone. It is always in a landlord’s interest to help their tenants, wherever possible, be happy and content in...
Spring cleaning tips for a sparkling home
By Annabelle Clitherow on 12th Mar 2023Spring is in the air and many of us will be considering doing a spot of Spring cleaning to get our homes ready for Summer. A deep clean can help us to...
Are you considering renting out your property?
By Annabelle Clitherow on 5th Mar 2023Do you have a property in North Oxfordshire and South Northants that you would like to rent out? Renting out a property is a great way to make some money,...
The first things to do when you are moving home
By Annabelle Clitherow on 26th Feb 2023Moving home is one of the most exciting and stressful things you will do so it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by all of the things that you need to do....
The top ten features people want in a home in 2023
By Annabelle Clitherow on 5th Feb 2023These are the top 10 things that homebuyers are prioritising in their property searches in 2023. Open plan living The versatility offered by open-plan...
Pension vs Property
By Annabelle Clitherow on 29th Jan 2023Rising mortgage rates, increasing regulatory pressure to improve the EPC ratings of their rental properties and the prospect of paying increasing amounts...
How to make moving home fun for children
By Annabelle Clitherow on 22nd Jan 2023Children often feel anxious when they are told that they are going to be moving home. They are concerned about whether they will like their new home,...
How to make the most of your outdoor spaces in the Winter
By Annabelle Clitherow on 15th Jan 2023Even in Winter you can make the most of your rental property's outdoor space and getting on top of small jobs now means that it will be ready for you to...
Will 2023 be a good year for landlords?
By Annabelle Clitherow on 2nd Jan 2023Rents for new lets rose steadily throughout 2022 with Zoopla revealing that there had been a 12.3% year-on-year rise for new lets in October. It was not...
Tips to save on heating bills
By Annabelle Clitherow on 26th Dec 2022With energy bills soaring, we are all looking for ways to stay warm without breaking the bank. Here are 10 tips for keeping those heating bills down while...
Why you should use a lettings agency to manage your North Oxfordshire and South
By Annabelle Clitherow on 18th Dec 2022Managing your own rental property in North Oxfordshire and South Northants is certainly possible but there are many advantages to employing the services of...
How to update your rental property on a budget
By Annabelle Clitherow on 11th Dec 2022Do you want to give your property a makeover but are worried about the cost? Try these budget-friendly ideas to help make your property more desirable to...
Five rental property maintenance jobs you should do now
By Annabelle Clitherow on 4th Dec 2022Your rental property is one of the biggest financial commitments that you will ever make so it makes sense to make sure that you are doing everything you...
Simple storage solutions to banish clutter
By Annabelle Clitherow on 27th Nov 2022So you’ve tried selling off your unused items, have taken everything that doesn’t spark joy to the charity shop and yet you are still struggling to...
How to choose the right letting agent for you
By Annabelle Clitherow on 20th Nov 2022Choosing a letting agent to manage your property can seem like a difficult task. There are so many available and of course, they all say that they are the...
Tips to help keep your pet calm on Bonfire Night
By Annabelle Clitherow on 30th Oct 2022One of the highlights of our work is getting to meet all of our clients' furry friends. Our pets give us unconditional love and companionship so naturally...
Are qualifications or experience more important when choosing a letting agent?
By Annabelle Clitherow on 16th Oct 2022Studies have shown that most people have already chosen the letting agency they are going to use to let their property before the agent even sets foot in...
The pros and cons of being a buy-to-let landlord
By Annabelle Clitherow on 9th Oct 2022Buy-to-let property is often seen as an attractive way of accumulating wealth or as an alternative option to a pension. However, while purchasing...
How to choose the perfect buy to let property
By Annabelle Clitherow on 18th Sep 2022Purchasing a buy to let property can be an excellent and rewarding investment. If you choose the correct property then a good long-term income from your...
October Rental Market Update 2021
By Annabelle Clitherow on 26th Oct 2021Deddington Rental Market Update for October 2021...
Landlords be aware of lettings legislation changes due to Coronavirus
By Jane Gardner on 13th Apr 2021This last year has seen over 40 changes to lettings legislation, enough to confuse even the most experienced letting agent, let along a landlord of one or...