What is happening to house prices?
According to Nationwide Building Society, house prices across the UK fell by 3.4% in May, which is the biggest drop since July 2009. The average home is now worth £260,736. So, what does this mean for you? Buying Ready to move – People who have the funds to move and have been watching the market […]
What are your responsibilities as commercial property tenants?
Before signing on the dotted line and leasing a commercial property, ensure you know what your responsibilities are and what is required of you legally. Rules not only differ between renting privately and for commercial use, but also between leases. Clarifying this early on avoids any misunderstandings down the road. Also detailed in your contract […]
Coronation Community Kings or Princely Party Poopers?
Will your street go all out to celebrate or commemorate behind closed doors? The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort takes place this Saturday, 6th May 2023 and, thanks to an extra bank holiday, we can look forward to a three-day long celebration. UK residents are being encouraged to […]
Thomas H Wood sponsors Premier Division leaders for another year
North Cardiff estate agent Thomas H Wood has renewed its sponsorship deal with local football club Cardiff Corinthians A.F.C. into its 2023 season. Affectionately known as Cardiff Corries, the Radyr-based club is currently top of the Premier Division of the South Wales Alliance Football League ahead of local rivals Canton Liberal FC and Llanrumney United […]
Why landlords should consider choosing a UKALA registered agent
The UK Association of Letting Agents (UKALA) is a member-owned professional body that offers advice and guidance on all issues surrounding letting property and how to achieve best practice. UKALA helps its letting and management agent members keep up to date with the latest regulations, in addition to providing opportunities for training and industry accreditation. […]
Wonderful Whitchurch
Searching for a family-friendly place to live in south Wales? Nestled in the north of Cardiff, the superb suburb of Whitchurch could be the perfect option. If you aren’t familiar with the wonderful Whitchurch, we’ve compiled a list of six reasons why this close-knit community might be for you: Restaurants Dine with dishes from around […]
What can we expect from house prices in 2023?
Following the pandemic, we saw a surge of buyers and the property market experienced a boom. It was a seller’s market, with buyers outnumbering the houses becoming available causing a price upturn and speedy sales. UK-wide, house prices rose 6.3% in 2021 and 5.6% in 2022, making the average home worth around £360k. In Cardiff, […]
Beat the Spring surge and start the selling process now
It’s a New Year – a time to reflect on things gone by and look ahead. Build on the positives and learn from the negatives. Whatever your aspirations for the coming 12 months – whether you want to further your career or change job completely, get healthier or start a family – now is the […]
Rent Smart Wales – The Landlord Lowdown
Unless you’ve been hidden away in an Australian jungle over the last few months, you will have heard about the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016; an extension of the Housing (Wales) Act 2014 that ultimately aims to make renting easier and provide more rights and greater protection for tenants – now referred to as ‘contract-holders’. […]
Winter proofing your rental property
The nights are drawing in and it’s getting colder – winter is definitely on its way! From endless hot drinks to embracing cosy knitwear, we have learnt how to keep ourselves warm and comfortable in the winter months, but we perhaps neglect preparing our homes for the challenges that lie ahead. Of course, most major […]