Leyton and London Residents – Messy Neighbours Could Slash the Value of Your Home
2 minute read posted on 30th Jul 2025Unattractive or poorly maintained neighbouring properties can slash the selling price of a home by an average of £42,880, according to Churchill Home Insurance. The biggest value losers are rubbish in the front garden (a possible...
Smoke Alarm Testing: How to Stay Safe in Your Leyton and London Rental
3 minute read posted on 28th Jul 2025How often do you test your smoke alarm? If you're like most Brits, the answer is probably not regularly enough. House fires can be devastating, destroying property and in some cases even causing loss of life. However, many people...
Fun, Budget-Friendly School Holiday Activities
2 minute read posted on 25th Jul 2025Survive the summer holidays and the challenge of keeping children entertained with these fun activities that don’t cost the earth. I’m bored! Two words you’re bound to hear over the next few weeks if you have school-aged...
Moving Home: How Do You Compare to the Average Brit?
2 minute read posted on 23rd Jul 2025While some people only move a few times in their lives, for others it’s a very different story. When it comes to moving home, how typical are you? Are you the restless type who ups sticks every few years? Or have you been...
Who’s Responsible for Insurance? Landlord or Tenant?
3 minute read posted on 21st Jul 2025Less than half (46%) of tenants have contents insurance, according to a new report*. Which begs the question: Is your rental property properly insured? Here’s what landlords need to know. Who’s responsible for insurance in a...
How to Go Plastic Free in Leyton and London This World Plastic Free Month
2 minute read posted on 18th Jul 2025This month is Plastic Free July all around the world. The aim is to encourage ordinary people to cut their use of plastic to help the environment. Here are some easy ways you can join in Plastic Free July. 1. Avoid single-use...
Property Update: The Latest on Mortgages, Market Activity and Prices
4 minute read posted on 16th Jul 2025New housing market data indicates that buyer interest is increasing, while prices remain resilient. Industry analysts had plenty of numbers to crunch last month, with the Bank of England and property portal Zoopla releasing...
Who is the Best Letting Agent in Leyton and London? Find Out Here
4 minute read posted on 14th Jul 2025Owning a buy-to-let can be a challenge, especially in the current market. If you're looking for a letting agent to help you let or manage your property successfully, here's how to find the very best one. Firstly, do they work in...
Home Security Tips for Leyton and London Residents
1 minute read posted on 11th Jul 2025Protect your home and possessions by stepping up security before you go on holiday. Whether you plan to spend your summer holiday lying on a beach or strolling around a sophisticated city, there’s one thing you don’t want to...
Should Mortgage Rules Be Relaxed to Help The Self-Employed and First-Time Buyers?
3 minute read posted on 9th Jul 2025The financial watchdog is asking whether mortgage rules should be more flexible to help older buyers, the self-employed and reliable renters get on the property ladder. UK society has changed dramatically over the past decade....