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There is so much to do when you’re selling a house. As well as clearing out and packing up, there is also the paperwork to complete. This includes the TA10 form, also known as the Fixtures and Fittings form. While it may sound like a minor part of the conveyancing process, if you neglect it then it can cause all kinds of hold ups. In this blog, we look at why the TA10 form matters, and how to get it right so you don’t hold up the sale of your house or flat.

Before you commit to buying a house, there are many considerations to make. It might seem like your dream home now, but will you still love it when the weather changes or it needs a bit of maintenance? Many houses have at least one flat roof, even if it’s over the garage. It’s a good idea to consider the pros and cons of buying a property which includes a flat roof – you might want to tap into the potential or prepare yourself for the drawbacks! In this blog, we look at the pros and cons of flat roofs.

If you’re doing your research before you buy a house, the question of surveys has probably come up. Surveys check the quality of the building itself, giving you – and your mortgage lender! – peace of mind. We answer some of the frequently asked questions about house surveys:

A conveyancer, also known as a conveyancing solicitor, is a specialist property lawyer. Appointing one is an important part of your house purchase or sale, as the job they do is not usually one you can do yourself. In this blog, we look at what conveyancers do and why you need to appoint one when you’re buying or selling property.

Every landlord wants good tenants. The ideal tenant pays the rent on time and looks after the property with respect. They fix little problems like lightbulbs and report big problems like plumbing. They stay for several years, saving you the hassle of looking for more tenants, and ensuring your property doesn’t stand empty. But how do you find these good tenants? And once you’ve found them, how do you make sure they stay? During our time working as lettings agents, we’ve seen what works. Read on for some ideas!

When you sell your Guildford property through an estate agent, your agent should be working hard for you, prioritising your needs and ensuring your property sells quickly, for the right price. Part of this process is property marketing, like taking photographs, creating floor plans and advertising your property online. This kind of marketing comes as standard at Cobbles, and we always include it in our fee. We believe that any good estate agent should do the same. In this blog, we look at how Cobbles markets properties for its sellers, and what you can expect when you choose us to sell your Guildford property.

Whatever kind of home you have, there will eventually come a time when it doesn’t meet your needs as well as it used to. Perhaps you have another baby on the way; perhaps your children have grown up and left you with an empty nest. Whatever the reason, it’s usually a good idea to move to the right size of property for your needs.

There is loads of advice out there about getting properties ready to sell. Usually, they advise you to paint the walls a neutral colour and make the space seem big and light. But what about kerb appeal, and how your house looks from the outside? First impressions count – getting your property to appeal to the buyer before they have even opened the door is an important part of the selling process.

The internet is a valuable tool for house hunting, but some of the information it gives us can be confusing. If you’re planning to sell your house, you probably know that most property portals have an area where you can view house prices in your area. This allows you to see exactly how much your neighbours bought their house for, and in what year. This can be a useful guide, helping you to know what to expect from your own valuation. But if an estate agent gives a significantly higher or lower valuation than the average for your street, you’d be right to wonder why. In this blog, we look at why your house might have a different value from others in the street.

Your rental property will usually be your home for at least the next twelve months, so it’s important to be clear on the details from the outset. The size of the property and the monthly rent will be clearly shown on any property website, but other matters, like what the rent includes and where you park your car, might not be. To be sure you’re getting the right property for your needs, and to be sure you can afford it, consider asking these questions before you sign the tenancy agreement.