Joe Proops KW

Learning is a never-ending journey because life never stops teaching. ❤

🏡If you are planning to buy or sell a property, you can contact us at [email protected] or at 07460-152-952

We're seeing the retro stripes everywhere this season!

When you think of patterns that immediately remind you of summer, one of the first things that springs to mind is the classic stripe on a deckchair. Whether that be one that you relax on in your own garden or one at the seaside or on a holiday abroad, it’s the kind of pattern that instantly makes us smile.

Deckchair stripes are everywhere this summer, but they're not just for seating.... We're seeing the retro stripes everywhere this season

What credit score do I need for a mortgage? 🏡

🏡Many factors can constitute and contribute to what is considered a credit score, all of which will be taken into account by mortgage lenders when they receive your application for a mortgage. When lenders work out a credit score, they are essentially deciding on the level of risk involved with each applicant in terms of repaying their loan. Your score may be affected by your credit history, information you have provided, your bank information and your lender's policies.

Do we charge for valuations? 🤔

🏡We never charge for a valuation. We are always happy to visit your property and appraise it's potential value for marketing. We can also explain all of the different aspects to selling a home as well as talking you through our super-personal service. If you are interested in finding out what your property may sell or rent for, please get in touch.

🏡If you are planning to buy or sell a property, you can contact us at [email protected] or at 07460-152-952

“Every moment is a fresh beginning.” ❤

—T.S. Eliot

🏡After more than a year of rising energy bills, regulator Ofgem has announced a reduction in the Energy Price Cap from July to September. This is because wholesale energy prices are starting to fall. But Ofgem says it’s unlikely that prices will return soon to the levels we saw before the energy crisis began.

What the Energy Price Cap reduction means for energy bills | Property blog After more than a year of rising energy bills, regulator Ofgem has announced a reduction in the Energy Price Cap from July to September.

🤔Would you rather give a gift or get a gift?

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🏡“Home is the starting place of love, hope, and dreams.” ♥

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📌'It's best practice' – why you should keep blinds open at night and closed during the day...But it's not just all windows... it's all dependent on which way they're facing 😃

🏡Looking for an easy way to beat the heatwave? Experts reveal why keeping blinds open at night and keeping them closed on specific windows can help keep your home cool. Window blind ideas not only serve the purpose of providing privacy and a splash of decor to a room but are also a savvy way to regulate the temperature in your home. Whether it be keeping your home warm in the winter, to keeping a room cool at the peak of a summer's day, having a couple of shading tips up your sleeve can make the world of a difference when staying indoors this summer.

🏡According to recent data by Loughborough University, 4.6 million homes in England experience overheating in the summer. While those located in suburban and rural locations may find it easier to stay cooler using ventilation from open windows and doors, the increasing popularity of large glazed areas such as bifold doors, large windows, and conservatories can still make overheating a real problem.

🏡It's long been known that you should avoid opening a window on a hot day, so what can you do instead to curb the heat and discomfort when you're stuck in your home all day?

🏡'Recent independent research proves that internal and especially external shading is effective at reducing indoor temperatures in the summer.

🌻'In the summer, closing blinds or shutters during the day helps prevent solar gains and opening them again in the evening can help keep your home cooler.'

🏡'From a best practice point of view, we recommend opening blinds at night on west and north-west facing windows to help with nighttime cooling and closing the blinds during the day on east and south-east facing windows to help create a cool refuge from the sun.'

🏡'It's important to remember to open curtains, blinds and windows when it starts to get dark and the temperature drops outside. You need to allow the cool, evening air in to circulate around your home,' adds Greig Millar, an expert at OVO Energy.

🏡'If you need more natural light in your home during the day, you can keep blinds and windows open on north-facing windows because they tend to be shaded, even during the hottest parts of the day.'

👉If you're looking to buy or sell a property, contact us at [email protected] or at 07460 152 952

“Success is the child of audacity.”

– Benjamin Disraeli

What happens if you think your home is worth more than the figure the agent gives you?

When valuing your property, your agent will present a figure that is based on market research and comparable properties. However, you will always have your perspective of what your property is worth and your agent will listen and take that into account. If you are unsure about the figure presented, your agent will always be happy to sit down to review the work behind arriving at that recommendation.

For enquiries, email us at: [email protected]

🏡House price growth expected to be greater in affordable rural areas and slower in city centres, says leading economist at Office for Budget Responsibility.

Working from home to help keep property affordable - Zoopla Home working will mean slower house price growth in the next three to four years, says leading economist at Office for Budget Responsibility.

🤔 Are you struggling to find your next home on the portals?

📌1/10 sales never hit the public portals - use my property finder tool to identify properties that match your search criteria.

🏡Find your off-market property here: https://tinyurl.com/find-my-next-home

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The average asking price of a home across Great Britain has reached a record high in May as demand from home-buyers returns 😍

Housing market remains resilient as prices hit record high | Property blog The average asking price of a home across Great Britain has reached a record high in May as demand from home-buyers returns.

🐶Happy Saturday everyone! 😃

📌Moving home tips: Box everything

🏡You might think that some items don't need boxing up. Especially if they're awkwardly shaped or easy to throw on top of a pile of boxes. This is the wrong approach. Boxing all of your gear up will help you keep organised, ensure you don't lose anything, save your removals team from having to deal with random bits and bobs, and protect your possessions from getting beaten up en-route.

🏡"How many properties should I view before buying one?"

There is really no maximum or minimum, it is about viewing enough properties so that you know the stand-out one for you when you see it. Seeing a number of properties that fit your criteria within a relatively short period of time will allow you to directly compare each property, giving you a stronger feel for your dream home.

✅For your enquiries, contact us at [email protected]

📌The average asking price of a home across Great Britain has reached a record high in May as demand from home-buyers returns.

Housing market remains resilient as prices hit record high | Property blog The average asking price of a home across Great Britain has reached a record high in May as demand from home-buyers returns.

🤔What to do before selling or letting a property? 🏡

Declutter - it is important to present tidy rooms so that the contents do not detract

Odd Jobs - touching up paintwork or carrying out small repairs will significantly enhance a property's appeal.

Smell - a pleasant smell will always make positive impact, so it's worth investing in air fresheners

Kitchen and bathroom - it is critical to have a clean kitchen and bathroom, spotless is the best way to maximise the appeal

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📌Getting Ready to Buy: What happens on completion day?

Your conveyancer will have received the funds for your purchase and will pay them to the vendor's conveyancer, at which point the vendors conveyancer will give authority for the keys to be released to you. Once you have a move-in date, ensure you arrange any moving services to get your belongings over to your new home. 🏡

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"Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes but they don’t quit." ♥

-Conrad Hilton

How do I identify a good landlord?

While there is protection for tenants against landlords who do not meet their responsibilities, there are a few precautions you can take before you commit to reduce the chances of things going wrong. Your agent will be able to provide some insight into the landlords of the properties they present to you, also when you attend viewings, check the state of the property for any signs of mismanagement and if they are there, ask the current tenants about their experience with the landlord and whether they would recommend the property.

For your enquiries, just email us at [email protected] 😊

If your hay fever feels particularly bad this summer you might want to rethink how you clean...

Suffering from hay fever? The cleaning mistakes that could be making things worse If your your hay fever feels particularly bad this summer you might want to rethink how you clean...

🏡Take a look at the sort of first-time buyer homes could you expect to find if you’re searching for your next home right now.

📲Contact Joe at 07460 152-952 if you have any enquiries about anything property.

What can you buy for the average first-time buyer house price? | Property blog Take a look at the sort of first-time buyer homes could you expect to find if you’re searching for your next home right now.

🐱🐶A pet can be a treasured member of the family – but not all landlords are willing to let animal owners take on a tenancy.

Landlords reserve the right to prevent pets from their properties, but that doesn’t mean you can’t rent with a pet. They’ll often make an independent decision on a case-by-case basis, so it’s up to you to prove that you’re a reliable pet owner and will take care of the rented property.

📌Top tips for renting with pets!

✅Find houses and flats with pets allowed: Before you start with a tenancy you need to find a home with a landlord who allows the type of pet you have. You should mention to your letting agent about your pet or pets, and they can help find you find some suitable options.

✅A letting agent can help make arrangements for your pet: While pets such as fish, rabbits, and hamsters are generally accepted by landlords. Cats and dogs might need greater negotiation. The agent will be a key intermediary between the prospective tenant and landlord as they can advise from both sides.

✅Get a reference for your pet: If you’re currently living in a rented property and the landlord has had a positive experience with your pet, they might be happy to provide a letter of recommendation.

✅Meet the landlord in person: If your application progresses, it’s worth arranging for you and your pet to meet the landlord. This may alleviate any concerns that your landlord has about allowing your pet to live in their property.

✅Don’t try and conceal your pet from your landlord: You should always obtain consent from your landlord before you bring your pet into the property. If you keep an unauthorised pet this could put you at risk of eviction.

✅Get the authorisation to have a pet in writing: If your application is successful and the landlord agrees to rent to you, make your agreement official.

Museums are like time machines. You can take a glimpse of life that you have never seen.

Happy International Museum Day!

Some tips on getting ready to let!

📌Why you should take quality pictures into consideration?

🏡Your property must be presented in its best light for renters to see themselves living in there. Professional photography can make a significant difference to the way your home is perceived by the potential tenants. 😃