Goodfellows blog

Longer days, lighter nights, and blue skies. Summer is a great time to put your home on the market, showing it off at its best! Here are our top 5 reasons why you should sell in the summer.

Gardens are at the top of many home buyers’ wish lists, especially after the restrictions imposed by the pandemic which made many of us realise the value of outdoor space, no matter how small

Help to Buy Deadline With rising house prices and inflation costs it has never been more challenging for first time buyers to ...

The popularity of online estate agents is rising rapidly with a current market share of over 8%. Online estate agents can save you thousands in fees but will you be financially better off in the long run?

Are you wanting to move home in time for the new year? If so, you'll need to be looking at making an offer on a property in the next few weeks.   

Kerb appeal is the first and last thing a perspective buyer or tenant will see when viewing your property, so it’s vital to make a great first impression. After all, the exterior of your home is an advert for what is inside and improving the external appearance will not only leave a good long-lasting impression but may also significantly increase the value of your home.

Every May, the Queen’s Speech is given at the State Opening of Parliament, outlining the Government’s plans for the upcoming parliamentary session, which generally runs from one spring to the next. Briefing notes are then released, giving more details on the legislation that’s being proposed. This year, for the first time, Prince Charles stood in for Her Majesty.

Property title fraud – could it happen to you?  If you're a homeowner find out how to protect yourself from your property being sold to someone else without your knowledge or permission.

Move or Improve? Have you outgrown your current home, but are not sure whether you should move or improve?

Changes from 6 April 2022 will impact how letting agents and landlords in England conduct Right to Rent checks.

Trading Standards and the government have jointly announced compulsory material information which must appear on property listings. A property's council tax band or rate (for lettings and sales) and the property price and tenure information (for sales) must be included on all property listings by 31st May 2022.

What are the government's plans in relation to Levelling Up and the private rental sector?