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What’s the difference between a Freehold and a Leasehold Property?

Freehold Property Buying a freehold property means that you own the building and the land outright, and your name will appear in the Land Registry as the freeholder and you own the ‘title absolute’. Owning a freehold property is the most more straightforward...

How to save for a deposit

Saving for a deposit is a crucial part of being able to take that first step into buying your first property. There are many ways that you can save for a deposit, and a few simple changes in your lifestyle, alongside taking advantage of government incentives...

What are your tax liabilities as a landlord?

If you're earning an income from renting a property, make sure you're aware of your tax liabilities. Here's an overview of what you need to know. When becoming a landlord, there are many things to take into account, including tax liabilities. If you...

Buy-To-Let mortgage market picks up

The buy-to-let market is showing vital signs of recovery after the number of deals halved during the first few weeks of the coronavirus pandemic. According to Moneyfacts, there are a total number of 1,660 buy-to-let mortgage products available in...

Seths August 2020 Property Market Report

The property market is starting to come back to shape in England since the lockdown in March. Sales figures are increasing across the board, according to Zoopla. At Seths, we are also seeing an increase in sales figures, with properties of all values...

What is property staging?

Property staging involves giving your home a face lift to make it more desirable to potential buyers. Although this can begin with new kitchens and bathrooms, makeovers for staging can also be very simple and affordable. The objective of staging...