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In the first of our Area Guides, we take a look at why 'cool' Balham is a great place to live if you are looking at a move in London...
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In the first of our Area Guides, we take a look at why 'cool' Balham is a great place to live if you are looking at a move in London...
One aspect of buying a home that can send shivers down the spines of both buyers and sellers is the conveyancing process. If you're not sure what the process involves, have a read of Martin & Co's guide to conveyancing...
One of the first things buyers look for when embarking on their search for a new home is an easy and affordable commute. There are sa host of commuter areas that continue to offer great value for money, Martin & Co has taken a look at the very best of the
The long-awaited ban on tenant fees will begin from June 1st, but how will the ban on tenant fees affect landlords and tenants? Here's Martin & Co's take on what to expect...
The new year looks like being another of distinct change for both tenants and landlords in the private rental sector. We've listed the nine most important aspects of renting in 2019 that landlords and tenants need to know about...
A common misconception among many tenants is that their landlord is responsible for all the insurance policies relating to their rental property. This is not the case.
The rise of home-based working is only going to increase in 2019. Here are our top five tips for creating a brilliant office space...
Three million people, equivalent to one in five mortgage holders, think they'll still be paying off their mortgage beyond the age of 65, according to new research from L&C Mortgages.
As a landlord, you should be aiming to make your tenants feel as comfortable and cosy as possible in your rental property. Here are Martin & Co's best 10 tips for looking after your tenants' needs this Christmas...
If you are looking at a Christmas move, there is much to ponder. Preparation and planning, always key during any house move, are even more important at this time of year. Martin & Co is here to help. Take a look at our moving home checklist for the festiv
We've always known Oxford was a great place to live and work here at Martin & Co. But once again it has been recognised as the top city in the UK. Find out why we love living and working in Oxford...
Selling a property can often be hard enough, but owners of listed homes have added considerations to make before opting to put up the for sale board. If you own a listed property, have a read through our advice on selling a listed home...
With the weather getting decidedly chillier, now could be the time to start making your home nice and cosy ahead of the Christmas break. And the good news is, you don't have the break the bank to achieve this - you just have to follow Martin & Co's guide.
Currently, the only certainty surrounding Brexit is uncertainty. So, with just under five months to go, here is Martin & Co's guide to what we know so far...
In order to work out how lucrative your buy-to-let property will be in terms of the money it makes you from rent, you'll need to work out the rental yield of the property. We've put together a quick guide on how to do it...
While yesterday's Budget was, as expected, more about Brexit than bricks and mortar, there were some key points made by Chancellor Philip Hammond that landlords, buyers and sellers should digest.
Selling your property can often take months, particularly in a buyers' market. You just need to know what YOU can do to make your home stand out from the crowd. Here are Martin & Co's best tips for selling your house quickly...
Even though the 2019/2020 academic year still seems like an age away, the search for student homes to rent in Oxford starts now! Martin & Co Oxford's student property list for 2019 goes live on Monday so, in order to act quickly follow our essential guide to student renting in Oxford...
In this guest blog, Fraser Brown Solicitors explain how changes to the Deregulation Act 2015 affects all tenancies and what landlords need to be aware of.
With the Chancellor's autumn budget just over two weeks away, the rumour mill is in full swing. We've covered the main hot topics that could come up when that red case is opened up on October 29...
Homeowners, landlords, and tenants should start considering pre-winter property maintenance now to avoid potentially costly damage once the frost bites hard. Here's Martin & Co's guide to what you should do NOW to protect your property from winter...
If you are thinking about claiming against the Principal Private Residence relief ('PPR') this article from Tax Insider explains the process...
Section 21 changes coming into effect on Monday will affect the process landlords must adhere to when seeking to evict a tenant. Make sure you are up-to-date with the latest rules...
It's only when you come to sell that you realise your home needs fixing and cleaning up. But where do you start, what should you repair and what can be left alone?