Following much discussion surrounding Section 21 repossessions the government has confirmed that implementation of any alternative process for repossessing properties “will not take place until we judge sufficient progress has been made to improve the courts.”  It continues: “That means we will not proceed with the abolition of section 21, until reforms to the justice system […] The post Renters Reform Bill Section 21 Update appeared first on The Good Estate Agent ..read more

Since 2015 landlords in England have been required to: ensure smoke alarms are installed in all residential accommodation ensure carbon monoxide alarms are fitted in every room with a solid fuel heatingappliance. From 1 October 2022, the legislation will be updated, expanding the number of rooms whichrequire a carbon monoxide alarm to be fitted. These […] The post Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector Requirements for Landlords appeared first on The Good Estate Agent ..read more

Buyers are facing serious competition right now, thanks to the huge number of people chasing after every available property for sale. If you’ve been looking to move for a while, you’ll have no doubt noticed how competitive the market is. But don’t be discouraged. There are things you can do to help your position when […] The post Are you a ‘Power Buyer’? appeared first on The Good Estate Agent ..read more

Whether you’re buying or selling a property, you’re sure to have heard of the term ‘open house’. Traditionally, these were where you threw open your doors and people would come to view your home any time during that day. In recent times, open houses have taken on a new look. With owners setting the date […] The post Property Sales | What is an Open House? appeared first on The Good Estate Agent ..read more

While you can use our instant valuation tool to get a rough guide on what your home may be worth online, the best way to get an accurate valuation is to arrange for your local agent to value your property for you. How do estate agents determine how much a property is worth? There are […] The post What Happens When an Estate Agent Values your Property appeared first on The Good Estate Agent ..read more

With the average asking price of properties across Britain hitting a new record high and the strongest housing market for years, along with more people looking to buy than there are homes for sale, it really is the perfect time to sell your property. Why is it a sellers’ market right now? There’s huge potential […] The post Why Right Now is the Best Time to Sell your Home appeared first on The Good Estate Agent ..read more

Have you ever experienced or heard of someone who has sold their property within 24 hours, to the first person who viewed/put in an offer? While this is fantastic news and works perfectly for some people depending on their situation, has it ever left you wondering…”Did I sell my property for the best price?” During […] The post How to Get the Best Price for your Property appeared first on The Good Estate Agent ..read more

Have you been thinking about potentially moving home this new year but haven’t got your house on the market yet?  The property market is extremely buoyant at the moment with new properties coming onto the market and then selling just as quickly as they were launched. We are even seeing some properties selling before they […] The post Getting Ready to Sell Your Home in 2022 appeared first on The Good Estate Agent ..read more

I am sure you will be aware that the property market has been somewhat a bit of a frenzy which has lead to a record high in the current house prices. Due to this I often get asked what will happen to prices in the new year and f they are likely to come down. […] The post Property Sales Predictions for 2022 appeared first on The Good Estate Agent ..read more

The Good Estate Agent has been independently identified as one of the top estate agents in the country and now features in the Best Estate Agent Guide. The Best Estate Agent Guide is a website (www.bestestateagentguide.co.uk) that provides an independent reference source for sellers and landlords, who can search for the best sales and lettings […] The post It’s official – The Good Estate Agent is one of the very best Estate Agents in the country! appeared first on The Good Estate Agent ..read more