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5 Tips for Turning Your Apartment Into a Vacation Rental
With websites like Airbnb making it easier than ever for people to earn some passive income from a property they’re not currently using as a primary residence, there’s no reason you shouldn’t turn your apartment into a vacation rental. Not only can you add some extra cash to your coffers, but you can provide an affordable option to weary travelers looking to have the “local” experience rather... ❯❯❯
Different Flats for Different People
As a landlord it is very important to know who your target audience are, why they are your target audience and how you can maximise your appeal to them. To start thinking about this, consider the location of your property. Do a bit of research. Start with some online searches of the area and then take a walk around the streets, local communal areas and public spaces. Questions to try and answer... ❯❯❯
A Guide to Choosing Landlords Insurance
Most people have some kind of home insurance. How comprehensive this insurance is will entirely depend on your needs. Some people opt for full coverage of both their property and their contents, whilst others will choose one or the other. Insurance needs will vary from person to person; the type, size, value and location of your property will all play a role in determining what kind of cover is... ❯❯❯
5 Tips to Help You Transition From a Large Home to a Tiny Apartment
Moving from one home to another always takes a bit of an adjustment. Packing and shipping everything is stressful, and if you’re headed to an unfamiliar town or even across state lines, it can take you several months to start feeling comfortable again. But if you’re making the transition from a full-sized home into a much smaller apartment, those reverse growing pains will be intense. Perhaps... ❯❯❯
Top 5 Warm and Inviting Bathroom Design Ideas
If you’d like to spend a bit of time and money redecorating one of the rooms in your home, you might want to consider starting with the bathroom. Although the kitchen gets more foot traffic and the bedroom requires a design that creates relaxation, it’s the bathroom that often needs the most help. This forgotten space is one of the key factors in home prices. The bathroom is also used for several... ❯❯❯
Landlords: How to Find the Right Conveyancer
Finding the right conveyancer is crucial for a smooth, quick and stress free purchase of property. It is even more vital when you are trying to buy property to let it out, as you want to be able to get someone in as soon as you can. Follow these tips and you’ll be able to find a conveyancer who’ll deliver a great service. Shop Around Never ever go for the first quote that you get. Always get a... ❯❯❯
Rental Income Properties
Anybody that has ever considered purchasing a property with the intent to rent it out to generate income would be advised to do a lot of research before moving ahead with the plan. While it can be a lucrative investment opportunity it is a business and therefore cannot be approached the same way as typical home ownership. The very first question to be answered is can you afford the bank payment... ❯❯❯
When it is time to Downsize
The dream of many apartment dwellers is to someday own a house. What many people forget is there is a time when children have gone that many homeowners want to downsize to an apartment again. Whether it is to reduce cost of upkeep and taxes or simply to lower work associated with owning a home there are many reasons people decide an apartment suits their lifestyle better. Selling you home also... ❯❯❯
How to Extend Your Shareholder Lease
There are two main types of property ownership; freehold and shareholder. The difference between the two is that a freeholder will own their property outright, whereas a shareholder will own a lease to their property. A shareholder lease does not mean that a person is renting the property. Instead, it means that they have signed a contract which gives them ownership rights for a pre-agreed term.... ❯❯❯
Five Handy Tips for Finding a Buyer for Your Home
Perhaps the most difficult part of selling a property is trying to find the right buyer. This is especially true in today’s housing market, when buyers are still thin on the ground and sellers are suffering as a result. There are, however, a few things which you can do to help you find the right buyer for your property, and thereby speed up the sale of your home. These handy hints will help to... ❯❯❯
