-
Home
- Blog
Blog
- Details
- Hits: 2233
Taking your first step onto the property ladder can seem like a daunting prospect, especially considering that a typical deposit is usually between 10% and 20% of a property’s value.
We often get asked by first-time buyers: “How do I get on the property ladder” and we always tell them that it is achievable with some patience, hard work and dedication to make it a reality.
If you are a first time buyer, our useful tips on how to get on the property ladder could help you make your dreams a reality sooner than you think!
- Details
- Hits: 2301
The process of moving home in Huddersfield can become highly stressful. With a seemingly endless to-do list, mounting cardboard boxes and looming deadlines, getting in touch with energy suppliers is often pushed to the bottom of the pile.
However, failing to notify your energy supplier in enough time can result in you being overcharged and adding further stress later down the line.
Here’s your complete guide to dealing with energy suppliers when moving home in Huddersfield.
- Details
- Hits: 2245
When you’ve found your dream rental, there’s nothing worse than finding out the property is in high demand – and you’ve got competition.
If multiple people are applying for the house or apartment you want, you may be wondering, “How can I make my rental application stand out?”.
In this article, we’ll share our advice on making your rental application stand out from the crowd when you’re applying for a rental property in Huddersfield.
- Details
- Hits: 2765
When you’re renting out your property in Huddersfield, you want to get things right. After all, it’s your property, and you want to ensure it is going to be looked after and that the rent is going to be paid. It’s a business, and you don’t want any interruptions to occupancy.
So, to help you, our experienced team at Huddersfield Sales & Lettings have come up with eight questions that you should ask a prospective tenant before agreeing to rent your property to them.
- Details
- Hits: 3282
Homing in on the future as a property owner
Are you renting in Huddersfield at the moment? Perhaps you are a tenant in a lovely property but you have aspirations of buying your own place?
Renting is great, and can be the right solution for some people for any number of reasons, but it’s also true to say that for many people it is simply a stepping stone towards home ownership.
There are many factors as to why people rent or buy in Huddersfield, and no two situations are really the same. Everyone has their own unique circumstances and you should know this before you start comparing yourselves with other people who either rent or buy.
But at the end of the day, it’s often all about money, and the financials of being able to afford a property in Huddersfield. Because of this, and we know it sounds obvious, it is so important to make sure you get it right from the start.
To be fair, as we know, there are pros and cons for both renting in Huddersfield or owning a property.
Writing a list of pros and cons will really focus your mind and help you to come to a decision. And don’t forget, it is absolutely OK to say that you’ve always wanted to own a house rather than rent.
It can be an exciting time but you must know the responsibilities and the financial implications and don’t just let your heart rule your head.
