A guide to selling a property as an executor
If you are named as an executor in someone’s will, you have a lot of duties and responsibilities placed upon you. It will fall to you to gather in and value the assets of the estate, pay off any debts and liabilities, calculate and pay any inheritance tax (IHT) that is due – and distribute…
What is the difference between sole agency and multi agency?
Once you’ve decided to sell your home, choosing the right estate agent to help you is a top priority. But one of the big choices you need to make is whether to opt for sole agency, where one firm has the exclusive right to market your home for a fixed period, or multi agency, where…
Free ways to cut the cost of your energy bills
While investing to go green can work, it may not be possible for everyone immediately. However, there are some habits you can change that will add up to saving both time and energy. Here are the top 11. 1. Switch off the lights One of the most obvious ways to cut your electricity bill is to…
How to keep your property purchase on track
Buying a home can be a stressful experience – but it doesn’t have to be. Here are a few handy tips to make it as smooth-sailing as possible. You need to jump through a few hoops when buying a home and even if both you and the seller are keen to exchange contracts promptly, there can be…
9 points to consider when picking a Solicitor
Think you’ve found the solicitor to get you through the trials of the homebuying process? Here are some simple and quick checks you can make before committing. 1. Who exactly will be handling your case? Clarify who’ll be put in charge of your case. And ask whether you will be dealing with just that ‘case-handler’…