Useful Guides

Moving House After Many Years

It’s estimated in the UK that people move house every 18.7 years (in Scotland alone, every 15 years, in Wales, every 23). If you haven’t moved for the last 20 years, you’ll find that buying and selling a home has changed beyond recognition…

How To Finance Your Property

There’s a lot to consider when financing a property. It’s not just about finding a mortgage with the ‘best rate’ or the cheapest insurance policy. First, understand what your plans are now, and in future, and then fit your financing to your intentions…

Planning To Buy Or Sell A Home

When you sell or buy through Northwood, we provide precisely the service you ask us for. From updating you at every stage in the process, to organising your sale and purchase with minimum bother, we’ll make sure you don’t have to worry…

Preparing Yourself And Your Property For Sale

In our experience, a well-presented property will always attract more viewings, which typically leads to more offers. This helps us maximise the price you receive for your home. However, it’s not just about getting the property itself ready for sale. There are legals to prepare to transfer ownership, surveys to be done and mortgage finance to secure…

 

Why Have Your Home Surveyed

Whatever the age or condition of a property you’d like to buy, it’s wise to have an independent survey, so you understand what needs repair and the likely costs…