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Why your pet might be stopping you sell! (Maybe they like it there)

If you have a dog or cat, or any other pet, they are probably a very important member of your family. (My lovely collie, Georgie, kind of rules our house…. ) However, even though it’s sometimes difficult for pet l... Read more

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10 Quick staging tips

The agent calls, a viewer will be there within the hour. What can you do to ensure they see your house in the best possible light? Here’s my ten top tips to make your house shine in a hurry! 1. Grab a washing basket, a... Read more

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Photography tips for a picture perfect home in 5 days

Whether you’re taking the photographs yourself, or enlisting the help of a professional, you want your home to look it’s best when picture days rolls around. Because when your home is listed on Rightmove, great shots... Read more

Pounds shillings and…feet?

I have a dream.. that one day in this country, property will be marketed with the cost per square foot clearly indicated. These are my arguments: 1. It’s much more common in the US and in Europe 2. It’s easier to s... Read more

Spring clean your garden

Gardens generally look awful at this time of year; the grass is patchy, the flower beds are covered in leaves, and your patio is covered in some slimy stuff that you’re sure wasn’t there last year. In addition, famil... Read more

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How to test your estate agent – can you handle the results?!

I’m often asked to conduct ‘Mystery Shops’ for my agent clients, and usually, both they and I are disappointed by the results. Sloppy answering, disinterested staff, and a lack of engagement are all regular element... Read more

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4 Reasons Lego doesn’t sell houses

If you’re selling your home and have children, have you considered their impact on your home viewings? As much as you love your little ones, there are a few things you need to consider when selling up. Noise and clamou... Read more

Home staging in the 21st Century (or how not to lose your home’s personality!)

As home stagers, we are often accused of staging the personality out of a house. In the 1980s when home staging first came to the UK from our friends across the water, the trend was for neutral floors, neutral wall... Read more

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Photography tips for your living room when selling your home

When you’re ready to sell your home, you want your listing to be on Rightmove fast. But without great photography, you’re unlikely to have many people take a closer look. So how do we make sure that the shots are tem... Read more

Don’t hide your price under Harry Potter’s cloak; POA isn’t clever!

We’ve all spent our fair share of time on Rightmove; have you come across some POA’s in your browse time? Instead of a nice shiny price, three letters are sitting in front of you. Price on Application as it is better... Read more