Sell Your House Quickly in 2018

January 11th, 2018

We’re often asked if it’s actually possible to sell a house quickly for a good price. Our response is “yes” – with the right advice and planning, it is entirely achievable. If you currently find yourself in such a position, remember that working with a fast house sale company like Property Solvers is the last resort and there are several options that you should consider first. As well exploring your specific situation, we also strongly recommend taking a “birds eye” view of … [Read More]

Sell House Fast | Beware of the Scams

December 7th, 2017

If you are looking into a fast sale of your property, it is very important to choose the right company to deal with. In spite of an Office of Fair Trading report in 2013, “sell house fast” scams are still commonplace. At the same time, there are a number of decent, ethical companies that you can approach. Furthermore, should you decide to go ahead with the sale, there are more ways than ever before to protect yourself. Sell House Fast … [Read More]

The “Threat” of Build-to-Rent to Smaller Landlords

November 29th, 2017

In previous posts, we explored how the Section 24 legislation[1], Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) stress-testing criteria and extra Stamp Duty charges look set to impact landlords in the coming years. Yet another looming concern often debated on property blogs and forums is the growing pipeline of build-to-rent developments. What is Build-to-Rent? Build-to-rent is best described as purpose-built developments specifically for the private rented sector. Most of these projects are currently in larger towns and cities. Well-established development companies and funds are the … [Read More]

Selling Your Rented Property | PRA Stress-Testing and the Stamp Duty Surcharge

November 29th, 2017

The massive transformation of the buy-to-let sector in recent years may leave you wondering whether selling your rented property is a good idea. Section 24 of the Finance (No. 2) Act 2015 is perhaps the main reason why many other landlords are in the same boat. If you are unaware, in short, there are now restrictions on the amount of tax deductible mortgage interest. This essentially means that landlords in the higher tax bracket pay tax on revenue and not … [Read More]

Dealing with an Inherited Property Sale

November 3rd, 2017

If you are reading this post as someone who has recently lost a loved one, please accept our condolences. Dealing with the financial issues of an inherited property sale is an extra burden we’re sure you do not need at the moment. If the dust has settled somewhat, you may be thinking about your next steps. This extended blog post aims to guide you through the most important considerations when handling property or land of someone who has passed away. We have … [Read More]

National Association of Property Buyers

October 6th, 2017

“Only use National Association of Property Buyers members in the The Property Ombudsman scheme” – Graham Norwood (Property Journalist), The Sunday Times (5th March 2017) You may have come across us through our affiliation with the National Association of Property Buyers (NAPB). Set up in January 2014 as a ‘not for profit entity’, the trade body groups together leading private buying companies across the UK. The aim is to create more transparency and improve standards in an industry that frequently attracts bad … [Read More]

Thinking of Renting Out Your Property?

September 14th, 2017

Property Solvers receives enquiries from people looking for a quick sale of their homes for various reasons. As we explore the options, a common question that emerges is whether it would be worth renting out the property instead. There are a number of advantages of going ahead with such a plan: You may not get your ideal price by selling now. Holding on to the property means you can eventually get what you want; Perhaps you need to move out quickly but are in no particular rush to sell. … [Read More]

Selling Your Property At Auction

August 29th, 2017

A common and well-established route for a quick property sale is through using an auction house. Across the UK, you can find a number of reputable operators via a simple Google search (enter the name of your town or county followed by “auction house” or “auctioneer”). There are also several national online auction companies. Whilst auctioning your property can seem a little scary, this sector is certainly modernising. In fact, selling a home in this way is no longer a “last-resort” option. Many would agree that the process has … [Read More]

Fair Treatment When Selling Your Home Fast

August 22nd, 2017

The National Association of Property Buyers (NAPB) is a group of professionals that bring the highest possible standards to the fast private home sales industry. Created in 2013, the body ensures that: All members follow the same professional standards outlined in The Property Ombudsman’s Code Of Practice; Homeowners receive fair treatment and can make an informed choice about how to sell their home; and Homeowners can access a free route to independent redress in the event of a dispute. Property Solvers joined the not-for-profit … [Read More]

Stopping Repossession by Selling Your Property Fast

August 10th, 2017

The previous 3 blog posts broadly outlined the relevant steps that you should follow if you are in mortgage arrears. Please see part 1, part 2 and part 3 on dealing with the various stages of repossession. Regardless the amount owed, in most cases, we find that there is a very simple solution to stopping the repossession process. This means that you will not lose your home or have to sell up if you do not want to. However, you may be in a position where you feel that … [Read More]