Goodfellows blog

Welcome to the Goodfellows blog. Here we share property news, and informative articles as well as the latest community news from our branches.

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November 10th 2021
9 things to do before your home goes up For Sale. First impressions are important right? Follow our top tips below to help you get your home ready to sell.
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5 Reasons why you should list your property before looking to buy.
November 10th 2021
Following a year of exceptionally high levels of property sales, the market is now seeing a shortage of new properties available on the market. This is making buying a new home more competitive than ever and in many cases a high number of buyers are looking to purchase the same property.
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October 27th 2021
The Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced today (27 October 2021) in his Autumn budget some updates that relate to the housing market. Find out more.
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October 20th 2021
If you're thinking of becoming a landlord, there are a number of rules and regulations you’ll need to consider. read our guide to find out more.
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October 20th 2021
Buy to let properties have become a popular type of investment. They are a medium to long term investment which provide both income and capital growth over the long term, despite occasional fluctuations in the property market. Follow our guide for top tips for your buy to let investment.
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October 20th 2021
Do you know what the ‘yield’ of your buy-to let property is? Find out how to calculate it.
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October 20th 2021
Landlords need to plan ahead for the winter months in order to protect their property.
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October 20th 2021
What steps can you take to improve your rental yield?
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How do I choose a Buy-to-let property?
October 20th 2021
How do I choose a buy-to-let property? Choosing the right property to invest in is crucial to successful buy-to-let management.
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September 30th 2021
Section 21 notice periods are changing on 1st October. Find out more 
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May 27th 2021
There are numerous changes affecting landlords in 2021. Our helpful guide focuses on some key legislation updates that landlords need to be aware of.
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May 27th 2021
The Queen's Speech on 11th May confirmed that the Renters' Reform Bill is back on the agenda for 2021, with the response to the 2019 proposals now expected in the autumn, when the government will outline its reform package for the PRS. Read on to find out more about some of the fairly significant proposed changes.
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