The E10 & E17 Homes Blog

Six Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Summer Sale If you’re considering moving, here’s a guide to getting your property ready to list this summer. Declutter Get rid of unnecessary furniture and ornaments so that your property...

The Dos and Don’ts of Deposit Deductions: Advice for Landlords When a tenancy ends, there’s often confusion over what a landlord can claim as a deposit deduction. So, let’s look at what landlords can claim for at the end of...

Using the Five Senses to Find Your Dream Home Your sense of sight, smell, hearing, touch and taste can provide you with a wealth of information during your property search. Sight Look closely at the local area, street cleanliness...

Preparing to Leave Your Rental: Moving-Out Guide for Tenants Avoid a frantic panic on moving-out day by following this end-of-tenancy guide. Re-read your lease so you’re clear about what’s expected of you at the end of the...

Why You Should Understand Your Buyer’s Position before Agreeing a Deal Before you agree a deal to sell your home, it’s important to understand your buyer’s position. Here are some issues to consider before accepting an...

Detached homes lead the way House prices rose by 1.8% in the year to March. House prices grew by 1.8% in the year to March, back in positive territory for the first time since last August – and stronger than at any time since...

Simple Summer Security Tips for Landlords In summer, thieves take advantage of longer days, open windows and doors, and vacant properties. So, here are five ways landlords can safeguard their properties during the warmer months....

The Three Home Improvements That Impress Buyers the Most When renovating a property you intend to sell, buyers will be most impressed if you spruce up these three areas. Kitchen Even if you can’t afford a full-scale kitchen...

Landlords: How to Weed Out Garden-Related Problems Gardens boost a rental property’s appeal, but they can also be a source of friction between landlords and tenants. Here are five ways to manage garden maintenance at a rental....

Cash is king There is a strong presence of cash buyers in the market. 35% of sales in Great Britain are currently cash, compared to 30% the same month the year before. The proportion of cash buyers has risen in all regions over...