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If you’re house hunting in Guildford or elsewhere, you’ve probably noticed that property descriptions include either the word “freehold” or “leasehold.” It’s easy to ignore this information in favour of details on price and size, but in fact it’s very important to understand the difference between freehold and leasehold. Above all, it can affect your monthly outgoings and how easily you can sell the property in the future.

When you’re looking for a new house to buy or rent, it’s a good idea know what types of building are on the Guildford property market and what is meant by their different names. They each have their own pros and cons, and it’s important to get the right type of property for your needs and lifestyle.

One of the important steps in buying a house is putting in an offer and hoping that the seller accepts it. However, you’ll be glad to know that there is more to getting your offer accepted than just crossing your fingers! In this blog, we look at some of the actions you can take to improve your chances of success.

It’s a good idea to get your home ready to sell before you actually put it on the market. This means that you will get a realistic valuation, and your home will also look its best for the website photographs.

As Guildford goes into Tier 4 and many shops and services close yet again, it’s easy to see why so many people are turning to the internet for shopping, banking and entertainment. What about selling houses? Online-only estate agencies are attracting clients in these troubled times, but we believe you’ll always have a better experience with a local estate agent like Cobbles. Here’s why:

Having the correct documentation in place protects landlords and tenants alike, as well as ensuring that the renting process goes smoothly and the tenancy starts when you need it to. Both landlords and tenants must organise their paperwork before the tenancy agreement is signed – we’ve put together a quick guide to help you.

Whether your rental property in Guildford is a stop-gap or part of your life plan, it’s your home for as long as you live there. You may well be starting with white tiles and magnolia walls, but there are a number of personal touches you can add to make it feel more homely.