Homes & Gardens

You know what they say, new year, new me. But what about new year, now home?

For many getting through the Christmas period signifies the time to look for a new home, which of course, in many cases, means selling too!

It’s a well known fact it’s harder to sell in the winter, there’s less on the market and in turn that means fewer people are looking. You can put yourself ahead of the competition though, by knowing what a buyer wants.

A recent study by Property Rescue has found exactly that. First impressions are essential when it comes to buying a home and the recent...

New homeowners in Exeter are being encouraged to give wildlife a helping hand through the harsh winter months by preparing their gardens for the cold weather.

Barratt Homes has teamed up with the RSPB to give its customers five top tips this season on how they can give nature a home ahead of the cold weather kicking in.

The tips and tricks on what to do as the seasons change are fun for all of the family and have been carefully selected by Barratt Homes to fit around a small budget and a time frame of less than two hours.

So if you want to do a little bit to help...

Real estate is considered one of the safest and best investments that a person can make, especially if you have a long-term investment, rather than a flip-and-sell mentality. Income properties offer you a consistent, monthly income, year after year. A portion of this income will go towards repaying any mortgage or loan used to finance the property. The remainder of the monthly revenue generated provides you with a regular, consistent income that can continue for years and even decades to come. There are so many benefits to owning an income property, and here are the top five:

1. It...

Whether you’re selling your home or just want to update your space, now is the perfect time to start planning home improvement projects for next year. You might want to reclaim a neglected room, sort that damp problem once and for all, or just make a few minor changes to freshen up your décor.

Regardless of your budget, there are ways you can improve the look and feel of your home without calling in professionals. So, if your New Year’s resolution is to upgrade your living space, take a look at these five ideas for home improvement.

Tackle That Spare Room

If you...