Thomas Morris blog

If you have spent a lot of time at your home recently, you might think it is a time for a change. Some people will consider moving to a new home, but there will also be many people who look for ways to change their home.

Selling your home can be a challenging prospect, and it is natural for vendors to feel stressed by the process. Even when things appear to run smoothly, there is always a chance problems will arise, seemingly out of nowhere, causing problems with the sale of your home.

As a vendor, you should focus on your needs and goals when selling your home. However, you will also find there is a lot to be said for knowing what buyers face, and what they want. If you can tailor your property to the needs and expectations of buyers, you enhance the chances of selling your home.

Being a landlord is a challenging role, and we know you have a lot to consider in the current climate. However, we are keen to ensure you remain up to date with all regulatory updates, such as the change in the Tenant Fees Ban.

With the housing market re-open, and significant demand for property, it is interesting to see what prospective buyers are looking for. At Thomas Morris, we stay in touch with the local market, and we follow what is happening nationally. This means we are perfectly placed to inform you of new buyer demands in the housing market.

Gardens have always been popular with prospective buyers but in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, it appears as though buyer demand for garden space has risen. Therefore, as a vendor, if you have outdoor space, it is important to present this as appealingly as possible to ensure you connect with likely buyers.

To enhance your chances of selling your home, you want prospective buyers to feel as confident as they can about your property. If you can show your home is in great condition, and that there are no legal concerns at the house, you will go a long way to enticing offers.

The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations are now in effect and at Thomas Morris, we are keen to ensure local landlords are confident about how to comply with the Regulations.

Following the lockdown and the rise in homeworking, many people have realised that they no longer need to be in the city to work there! With a number of buyers now looking for a more rural setting we're showcasing properties from the area at a property exhibition in London on 27th August 2020.  

Creating more space at home is an excellent idea for homeowners, and loft conversions remain an effective way of adding value to a house.

Spring cleaning is a great way to freshen your home, and add value to a property. In 2020, it is likely to be even more important for homeowners.

While this is a challenging time for landlords, there is a lot to be said for the demand for rental property. Landlords that meet this demand have a greater chance of enjoying success as a landlord.