
How can you help your tenants with the cost of living crisis?
by Annabelle ClitherowThe 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 their home. Happy tenants become long-term tenants, which reduces rental...

Spring cleaning tips for a sparkling home
by Annabelle ClitherowSpring 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 remove allergens from our homes that usually get missed during regular cleans....

Are you considering renting out your property?
by Annabelle ClitherowDo 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, especially in North Oxfordshire and South Northants where there is a high...

The first things to do when you are moving home
by Annabelle ClitherowMoving 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. Our easy-to-follow list will help guide you through it. In the lead-up to...

The top ten features people want in a home in 2023
by Annabelle ClitherowThese are the top 10 things that homebuyers are prioritising in their property searches in 2023. Open plan living The versatility offered by open-plan living and the existence of a large communal area that is perfect for both...

Pension vs Property
by Annabelle ClitherowRising mortgage rates, increasing regulatory pressure to improve the EPC ratings of their rental properties and the prospect of paying increasing amounts of tax under Government plans to cut capital gains allowance has caused many...

How to make moving home fun for children
by Annabelle ClitherowChildren 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, whether they will be able to see their friends, and whether they will have to...

How to make the most of your outdoor spaces in the Winter
by Annabelle ClitherowEven 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 enjoy in the sunshine whenever it arrives. Weed and tidy up The first step...

Will 2023 be a good year for landlords?
by Annabelle ClitherowRents 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 all good news for landlords though with inflation hitting a 40-year high and...

Tips to save on heating bills
by Annabelle ClitherowWith 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 still staying warm and cosy. 1. Shop around for the best tariff First stop...