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Two older people sitting on a sofa
April 25th 2023
As people near retirement age, many begin to consider the prospect of downsizing to a smaller, more manageable property. If you’re approaching this stage of life, you might want to consider looking at retirement properties.
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A couple being shown around a packed-up living room
April 13th 2023
To help make the downsizing process easier, we’ve collected a list of things to think about before making the decision to downsize your home.
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A couple packing up a cardboard box
April 11th 2023
As life changes and evolves, so does our living space. What was right for you ten or twenty years ago may not be the right fit now as you get older and your lifestyle shifts. If you’re reaching this point, you might want to consider downsizing your property.
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April 3rd 2023
To help make your pricing decision easier, we’ve compiled a list of tips that can help make sure that you set an accurate, realistic selling price and get your home sold as quickly as possible.
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Bar graph with arrow pointing down and the text Interest rates might be rising but did you know what mortgage rates are starting to fall?
March 3rd 2023
If you’ve been putting off looking at your mortgage because of the rapidly rising interest rates late last year, now could be the best time to speak to a Financial Adviser.
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February 23rd 2023
If you’re reletting your property soon, now is the perfect time to do some spring cleaning and update your rental.
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Lawlors managing director's appeal to raise money for Haven House from the London Marathon
February 15th 2023
Our Managing Director Alasdair Carpenter is running in the London Marathon this year to raise money for the charity Haven House.
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A woman sitting on a laptop by a sunny window
February 9th 2023
With the current cost-of-living crisis and ongoing climate concerns, having an energy efficient home is a big priority for buyers. Here’s a list of things you can do to make your home more green, from small jobs to big projects.
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Jimi Epps raising money for Haven House by competing in RideLondon
February 6th 2023
Our Operations Director Jimi Epps is competing in the RideLondon - Essex 100 to raise money for the charity Haven House.
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A woman arranging pink flowers on a table
January 30th 2023
With January behind us and the new year well and truly here, there’s no better time to start thinking about selling your property. Here are some reasons why February is one of the best months to sell your property.
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January 24th 2023
The past couple of years has seen demand for rentals increase significantly, and it’s only going to continue rising in 2023. While this means there is a wider variety of tenants on the market, there are still certain tastes and trends that landlords should keep an eye on.
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January 17th 2023
After the lull of Christmas, January is one of the busiest times of year for property sales. Many buyers take the new year as an opportunity to look for a new home. If you want to get on top of the renewed buyer interest and get your home sold quickly, it’s vital that you list your property as early as you can in the new year to take advantage.
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