NEWS
Stamp Duty Land Tax SDLT- What you need to know.
Quick summary of the latest rules If it’s your only property, no stamp duty to pay on the first £125,000. Above £125,000 you pay the relevant percentage on the amount that falls into each band. ‘Second homes’ over £40,000 incur an additional 3% stamp duty across the...
8 TOP TIPS FOR SELLING YOUR HOUSE (AND 3 MISTAKES YOU SHOULD AVOID)
Moving house is one of the most stressful things you will ever have to do so we want to lend a helping hand to make the process a little easier. We've put together 9 of our best tips to help you sell your home. 1. First impressions count Most buyers form their first...
Advice from British Gas now that the colder weather has arrived!
https://www.britishgas.co.uk/the-source/weather-ready/preparing-you-for-cold-weather/what-to-do-if-you-have-a-frozen-or-burst-pipe
Are you paying more dead money in rent than through a mortgage?
If you are a tenant, you are probably fed up of well-meaning people telling you that it’s cheaper to buy than rent your home, especially if you’re keen – but struggling – to get on the property ladder. But buying isn’t always cheaper than renting. The statistics which...
Elliott Booth Achieves Accreditation
Elliott Booth are proud to announce that we have achieved Accreditation with UKALA United Kingdom Association of Letting Agents. UKALA Accreditation is designed for Agencies, and it is the business that becomes accredited, with one or more individuals gaining course...
Elliott Booth Joins UKALA
Currently it is not a legal requirement for a Letting Agent to be a member of any regulatory body or have Client money protection. Elliott Booth feel that this is an important factor when deciding who you should choose to safeguard your property and investment....
Tips on how to save for your first home.
A sum of 5% of the property value is the absolute minimum you will need to put down and, even then, your choice of lenders and deals will be restricted. If you want to be eligible for a wider choice you’ll need a 10% deposit, while the really competitive rates...
It’s time to add a floorplan to your marketing
Why should property sellers consider adding a floorplan to their marketing strategy? When selling your home, a beautifully-written description and appealing photographs are two key parts of your overall marketing strategy. However, there is another vital element that...