Just don’t bother starting in property
Well, if that’s your attitude then I would probably agree. Statements like these usually come from one of two places: A lack of knowledge A bad experience in the past Both of which are underpinned by the get rich quick mentality ???? that many people adopt when getting into property and no wonder why really […]
Liberate your Pension
If you’re old enough to remember the iconic ad campaign from 1996 IKEA – “chuck out your chintz” then you will no doubt, be of an age where you should be thinking about applying the same idea to old attitudes and thoughts towards your pension! It is not too late to “liberate your pension” ???? […]
The Magic Formula for EPCs!
I recently booked an “energy review” with an expert, like many people we want to improve our EPC rating, future-proof our properties and save some money on heating bills. In simple terms the areas for key consideration are broken down as follows: ???? ⭐ 30% – roof⭐ 30% – walls⭐ 30% – floors⭐ 10% – […]
How Smart is Smart?
With the rising cost of energy, no doubt we have all cottoned on to “SMART” heating systems! Although to be honest, I felt very “un-smart” (is that really a word?)………..when trying to get my head around the various systems and what they do! ???? ???? Many people instantly reference HIVE and NEST, we had initially […]
“Dishi Rishi” does it again…
“Dishi Rishi” does it again; not half price meals this time, but a promise to halve inflation by the end of 2023! Should we care and why? ????♀️ Inflation affects the price of everything around us! ???? Everyone is being squeezed, however on a more fundamental business level when recently looking at a new commercial […]
Are you knocking on Northumberland’s Door?
When people talk about investing in the “North East” they are usually thinking Newcastle, Sunderland, Darlington…….. However, many people are missing the hidden gem of “Northumberland”. Apart from us loving Northumberland, which has to be one of the most beautiful places in the world ????; it is also the target of massive levelling up funding. […]
Don’t get stiffed in 2023!
Don’t get stiffed in 2023! Why is it that used car salesman, estate agents and property people all get a bad rap? To be fair, there are some seriously bad ones that give everyone else a bad name! I am sure we’ve all seen the programmes on slum landlords, rogue care traders and shady salesmen. […]
A life of little wins!
Sometimes it is hard to see the wood for the trees, and it feels like everything is conspiring against us. This time of year, being extra busy. The world of property ????certainly has a mass of diversity, experiences, rewards and opportunities ✨ for those who have the persistence, tenacity and energy to ride the […]
Don’t keep chasing the cheese!
Do you ever feel that you are like an entrant in the Cooper’s Hill Cheese Rolling event (if you have no idea what I am talking about it is bonkers search it on YT!) 🔍 Lurching to chase after one piece of rolling cheese 🧀, only to have another cross your path, another curve ball […]
Forget the bank!
I have had it with banks! Check this out now and save yourself a world of added stress! As the saying goes… it is not what you know, but who you know! I am sick of hearing the COVID excuse for poor service, delays, sorry they are not in, I can’t speak to them they are […]
