When you're looking for a new home, particularly as a first-time buyer, it can be challenging to budget for the whole process. Of course we all know we need a sizable deposit and we expect to pay solicitor's fees, but what else do you need to consider? As Admiral Insurance recently pointed out, there are a number of "hidden costs" associated with purchasing a home in Christchurch, Poole, Bournemouth, or anywhere else in the UK.
Read MoreIf you are hoping to move to a new home in 2023 and need to sell your current abode, you may be interested in some simple tips that can help you get a sale more quickly, according to one property expert. Speaking to The Sun, Jonathan Rolande, of the National Association of Property Buyers, revealed that there are some very simple, and relatively inexpensive, things you can do to help your home sell.
Read MoreWhile many people cite moving home as one of the most stressful life events, it seems that we tend to move home quite frequently, particularly after making our first property purchase. A survey carried out by money.co.uk last year revealed that first-time buyers typically expect to stay in their first home for four to five years before moving again. Around one-third of those questioned gave this time scale, but just over 20% said they only expected to be in their first home for one to three years.
Read MoreWhen you’re planning to move to a new home, it can be easy to get caught up in worries about how you’ll transport all of your furniture and possessions from A to B, or what might happen if something gets mislaid. Having a professional team of movers on hand – like our team at Removals Unlimited – can help you to feel confident that everything will go smoothly on moving day.
Read MoreThere’s no denying that the latter months of 2022 saw the UK’s housing market go on something of a rollercoaster ride. Sudden increases in interest rates, mortgage deals being pulled and uncertainty over the economy all played their part in creating uncertainty for those looking to move home.
Read MoreIf we’re honest, most of us could probably do with spending some time decluttering our homes, whether we’re planning to move somewhere new in Bournemouth, Christchurch or Poole or not!
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