OUR PROPERTY BLOG
Why selling your home in winter could be the best decision you make
The temperature has dropped, the gloves are on, and whether we like it or not, winter is on its way. You may have considered moving home but then decided to wait until the New Year. Is this the right move? Or, could selling your...
What’s on guide: November
With life getting busier every week and new bars, restaurants and events opening every month, staying on top can be tricky. So here’s a round up of this month’s hottest happenings in and around the local area… ...
November Market Comment
by Neil Newstead CEO & Founder Oakfield Estate Agents. As the Brexit debacle continues to be drawn out, so the evenings are drawing in. Home, as a place of warmth and sanctuary, becomes particularly significant at this time of year. It...
Which type of Landlord are you?
Landlords fall broadly into two categories; investment and ‘accidental’, with a growing number of the latter. Accidental landlord This is when you have become a landlord due to life’s circumstances, rather than...
Methods of sale – which is right for you?
For those looking to sell, doing so by auction has become a tried and tested way to get the best price and sell in record time, which is why we’ve been using this method to sell homes for years, perfecting it to an art to ensure our customers always go away...
5 tips for becoming a first-time landlord
Not everyone becomes a landlord out of a deep-seated passion. For many, a change of circumstances means it is a necessity rather than a choice. Becoming a landlord is a steep learning curve; with a growing number of legislative...
October Market Comment
by Neil Newstead CEO & Founder Oakfield Estate Agents Figures released from various sources suggest that the market – in terms of house prices at least, are holding their own, despite the political uncertainty we are currently...
What’s on guide: October
With life getting busier every week and new bars, restaurants and events opening every month, staying on top can be tricky. So here’s a round up of this month’s hottest happenings in and around the local area… ...
Why stability is the key to a successful tenancy
For a tenant renting a property, the situation can make them feel insecure; there is a certain amount of security that owning a property can bring that renting just can’t. As such, bringing elements of security and stability into a...
Why buying a new home needs more than a feeling
Have you ever made those impulse buys and then, maybe a few days or weeks later, regretted it? If it’s a top or a pair of shoes then, although annoying, you can live with it, but what if it’s a property? We want to make...
September Market Comment
This year, September reveals a mixed bag on the property scene. On the one hand, nationally, the number of new property listings in the UK fell by a whopping 13.2 per cent last month*. On the other hand, the latest figures by UK Finance suggest a strong growth in...
What can you do to stop broken links in your chain?
When buying or selling a home it’s more than likely that you will be swept into a chain. A chain is basically buyers and sellers that are linked together as they are buying and selling property from each other. Decisions made by each link in the...
What’s on guide: September
With life getting busier every week and new bars, restaurants and events opening every month, staying on top can be tricky. So here’s a round up of this month’s hottest happenings in and around the local area… ...
Why go for a specialist agent for your property management?
As a property owner, the issue of going for a specialist agent to manage your property or properties might not be the easiest one. But the reality of investing in properties and handling tenants mean you probably should think about a...
Spotting a diamond in the rough
Searching for a new home can be tough, especially when you’re unsure as to what you’re really looking for. It is best to view a range of properties including those you are not sure about, if only to confirm your thoughts and discount them. ...
Making the most of your exterior space
External space can often be a weak spot when it comes to selling your property. Flaking paint, cracked paving stones, a garden that looks difficult to maintain, a shed that’s falling to pieces – none of these things are going to give your potential buyer...
What’s on guide: August
With life getting busier every week and new bars, restaurants and events opening every month, staying on top can be tricky. So here’s a round up of this month’s hottest happenings in and around the local area… ...
August Market Comment
by Neil Newstead CEO & Founder Oakfield Estate Agents
Choose the proactive agent when selling your house
Finding the ideal agent to sell your house makes all the difference, but it can be challenging to find your perfect agent. After all, there are many agents to choose from, and not all agents are the same. The agent that is perfect for one...
How to keep tenants for longer
Each landlord is unique, which means every landlord may look for something different when it comes to tenants. However, the longer a tenant remains in a rental property, the more comfortable life is for landlords. After all, if you have a good tenant who cares for...
Price your home accurately to sell your house
Selling your home can be a challenging process. There are many elements you need to consider, but when it comes to attracting attention to your home, the price needs to be accurate. If you fail to price your home accurately, you will struggle to draw buyers to your...
July Market Comment
by Neil Newstead CEO & Founder Oakfield Estate Agents
What’s on guide: July
With life getting busier every week and new bars, restaurants and events opening every month, staying on top can be tricky. So here’s a round-up of this month’s hottest happenings in and around the local area…
How to increase your rental yield by 10%
Have you bought a property to let, and now want to increase the rental yield to maximise your profits? You should consider a range of immediate actions and long-term strategies. Here are some easy methods of doing so!