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The sudden appearance of COVID-19 kickstarted a tidal wave of market activity as people nationwide upped sticks and pursued a new life elsewhere

Your property investment checklist

Covid-19 has had a huge impact on many aspects of our lives over the past couple of years, but the property investment sector has stayed somewhat consistent

Tips to speed up your home move

There are some elements of a home move that may be out of your hands

Your guide to understanding your property's value

If you are planning to sell or let your property, then it’s important to get an accurate estimate of how much the property could be worth

Prepare your property for a February sale

Time to pack up the decorations, Christmas is over and 2022 is here!

If you’re preparing to sell your property this year, then you might be unsure about what you need to do beforehand

Property searches often spike in January

Christmas is the time for indulging, spending time with family and watching all the classics

How to prevent emergency property issues as a landlord

As a landlord, it is a legal responsibility as well as a moral obligation to make sure your tenants feel safe in your property

Top tips for first-time buyers saving for a deposit

Buying your first home is an extremely poignant event in anyone’s life and being able to put down a significant deposit is vital to stand you in good stead for your future repayments

Freshen up your rental property without making permanent changes

When decorating a rented property, there are many things you must bear in mind when making any dramatic changes, including getting the landlord’s permission

How to make the most of a small kitchen

Having gone through multiple lockdowns, the most desirable factor that’s attracting attention from buyers and tenants right now is a property with plenty of space

Achieve a quicker sale by avoiding these decorating mistakes

With the property market seeing a lot of demand, sellers need to present their homes in the best possible light in order to beat the competition

Positive property market predictions for 2022

The 2021 property sector has been record-breaking and 2022 is predicted to be no different

Rental market predictions for 2022

The pandemic has influenced rental demand and opportunities across the country, but what does this mean for tenants and landlords in 2022?

Changing demand and supply

The last two years have witnessed a boom in house prices, with the average property in October 2021 commanding £24,000 more than it did a year previously

Is your New Year’s resolution to renovate your home?

Setting New Year’s resolutions is a long-lived tradition and many homeowners may be looking to set a property goal for 2022

Steps to beat the January blues

During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is understandably a difficult time for many of us to find the motivation to plan ahead and commit to seeing through our resolutions for a healthier, happier and more productive 2022

Winter maintenance suggestions to safeguard your property

We are currently in the midst of winter and the cold weather is now in full force

How the pandemic has changed the property market

COVID-19 has triggered widespread changes across the country – and the housing market is no exception

Which room in your home is the best value for money?

Whilst it might be the furthest thing from your mind right now, making home improvements is the perfect way to spend all that extra time indoors

Tips to saving money when moving home

Whilst we’re all aware of the costs associated with moving, not all of us will know the money-saving solutions used by savvy sellers

by Pygott & Crone on 17th December 2021

Our Christmas Opening Hours for 2021

Below you may find our Christmas Opening Hours

by Pygott & Crone on 8th December 2021

More awards won at the Relocation Agent Network conference!

We’re proud to announce that we have been crowned Best Agent in the East Midlands Region by Relocation Agent Network at a recent Awards Dinner, which followed the Network’s National Conference and Exhibition

by Pygott & Crone on 1st December 2021

Join our challenge to run or walk 100km in aid of Dementia UK

It’s time to dust off your running shoes, charge your smartwatch, and be part of an amazing team that will raise a lot of money for Dementia UK

Market predictions for the new year

Market predictions for the new year

The trio of low mortgage rates, the stamp duty holiday and changes in buyers’ priorities have all contributed to the incredible demand within the housing market in 2021

Best seller's market in a decade

Best seller’s market in a decade

Over the past year, the housing market has had its fair share of ups and downs

One in five landlords are making EPC improvements

One in five landlords are making EPC improvements

With new rules coming into force from 2025 for rental properties, landlords must make sure their property’s EPC rating is C or above, or risk not being able to take on new tenants

Make the most of your garden all year round

Make the most of your garden all year round

As we are officially in winter, we typically spend less time in our outside spaces

Be careful with your decorations

Be careful with your decorations

Year after year, the biggest surge in property market activity happens around the Christmas period, making January the optimal time to buy or sell

City rental demand up with the return of offices and students

City rental demand up with the return of offices and students

During the height of the pandemic, we saw many tenants moving out of busy city centres and towards rural and quiet locations, but why?

Just like homeowners, tenants began to quickly change their property priorities over the course of the pandemic, and a good number within the rental sector reflected on where and how they were living

The key home trends across 2021 and 2022

The key home trends across 2021 and 2022

With 2022 on the horizon, you might already be thinking ahead to next year, whether that’s re-decorating a room, renovating a property or simply wanting to add some finishing touches to a space in your home

Surge in parents acquiring buy-to-lets for students

Surge in parents acquiring buy-to-lets for students

Going to university is a big step and the hardest part can be finding the right accommodation

Property prices likely to continue rising

Property prices likely to continue rising

After the rollercoster year of 2020, 2021 was a difficult year to predict in the housing sector

Winter energy costs for homeowners and tenants

Winter energy costs for homeowners and tenants

According to new data released by Uswitch, almost 60% of households have reported that they are concerned about how they will meet energy bills this winter

Why January is a great time to sell

Why January is a great time to sell

It’s a common misconception that market activity lulls in January, ready to resume in the spring

Your essential checklist as a landlord this winter

Your essential checklist as a landlord this winter

With the countdown to Christmas on, it’s essential that landlords prepare their properties for the colder months

Community Champion of the Year

We’re delighted to announce that we have received the Community Champion of the Year gold award at this years Negotiator Awards, in addition to our silver award in the Estate Agency of the Year (Medium) category

by Pygott & Crone on 24th November 2021

We're on the shortlist for the Relocation Agent Network awards!

We are thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted for the 2021 Best Agent East Midlands Region Award by Relocation Agent Network, a national network of selected estate agents

by Pygott & Crone on 12th November 2021

Destination Grantham: how people moving out of London are making the town a hotspot

Lincoln and other areas in the Midlands and North have been dubbed hotspots for buyers looking to move out of bigger cities such as London, due to the introduction of flexible working by many employers across the country

by Pygott & Crone on 11th November 2021

Invest in Skegness - Investment opportunity at iconic holiday resort

Pygott & Crone are pleased to announce a unique opportunity to invest in Skegness; one of the UK’s fastest growing and much-loved coastal resorts situated on the East Coast

Reasons to sell right now

From apartments to family homes, the average asking price of a property has risen to record levels around every region of the UK

UK house prices have climbed on average by £25,000 in the past year alone

House prices rose by 10

What are your house guests most interested by?

Through the use of eye-tracking technology, new research has shed light on the key factors that guests will notice the most when visiting our homes

When is the right time to put up your Christmas tree?

When it comes to decorating for Christmas, there’s no right or wrong answer but everyone seems to have a different date where it’s seen as acceptable to make a start

Transform your bedroom with these headboard ideas

Are you looking for effective and inexpensive ways to transform your bedroom?

Over the last year, a lot of thought has been given to our ‘working from home’ and garden zones, but with the change in weather and Christmas holidays not far off, have you considered making your bedroom cosier for the long nights and dark mornings ahead?

Having the right design in your bedroom can instantly lift your mood when waking up to dark skies

Top tips to avoid damp and other damages

Caused by a lack of proper ventilation or condensation, damp poses severe health issues to inhabitants where left untreated

The tricks to help you secure your dream home

With Christmas not far off, many homeowners and buyers will now be readying themselves for the new year, new home surge that will inevitably see high demand and interest levels across the UK

The paint colours that could decrease the value of your home

Smartening up a room is a great idea to attract prospective buyers, but certain paint colours could put a negative effect on the value of your home, potentially decreasing its value

Tenant demand is still high!

According to a recent survey of landlords, tenant demand is only increasing across 2021, with record heights seen in the third business quarter of this year

Selling should always come before buying

House hunting takes time and effort, so when you’ve finally found a property you want, it can be crushing to lose out in favour of another buyer

Budget-friendly practices for November and December

At this time of the year, it’s only natural to be more conscious of your budget, with the Christmas holidays likely to leave many families and households short on funds in the following months

Help us make a difference to those in need this Christmas

We have all lived through some difficult times in the last couple of years, so now more than ever it is important that we help families who need support over the Christmas period

by Pygott & Crone on 21st October 2021

Be in with a chance to win a £50 voucher

Something white keeps appearing on our distinctive red For Sale boards that immediately catches the eye

by Pygott & Crone on 8th October 2021

Optimal selling conditions following the end of the stamp duty holiday

Autumn is traditionally one of the best times to sell your home, and with demand levels remaining high despite the end of the stamp duty holiday, we’re on track for one of the busiest years for sales yet

Staycation demand allows holiday let owners to cash in

In the first half of 2021, 1,401 holiday let companies were incorporated, which was an increase of 83% on the previous year and a 119% increase on the year prior to that

What's changed with tenancy evictions?

Over the last 18 months, a number of measures were put in place to protect tenants who were unable to keep up with their rent payments

Rents rise at fastest rate for 13 years

The lettings market is booming, with properties letting almost a week faster than in 2020

UK property prices up 13% compared to pre-pandemic

When the stamp duty holiday came to an end, it was expected that the home buying frenzy would tail off, however, prices and demand continue to soar

Building your dream open plan living space

With light and space becoming essential in any house post-lockdown, it’s no surprise that many homeowners are opting for a more open plan living space

Finding the right home at the right price

You might think you’ll never be able to afford your dream home, but there are a number of ways that you can make it happen

Avoid cold weather costs with your property

74% of homeowners agreed that their property costs more to maintain in the autumn and winter months

Home ownership with the Affordable Housing Programme

The UK government have shown that they are committed to helping the younger generation get onto the property ladder, allocating £8

Buyers and sellers need to act now to move in time for Christmas

Homeowners up and down the country are preparing for the pre-Christmas rush, and with the demand-supply imbalance still providing sellers with optimal market conditions, it’s likely we’ll see a lot more sales to come before the end of 2021

How much do you know about the mortgage process?

According to a recent survey, buyers are hopelessly uninformed on the mortgage process

Top 10 reasons a buyer will walk away

When it comes to purchasing a property, eight in ten Brits admit to being ‘picky buyers’, with research showing that a poor Wi-Fi connection is enough to put a third off a new home

What makes the perfect tenant?

Having a positive relationship with your tenant is important when renting out a property

How to keep your boiler running for longer

A broken boiler is the last thing you want as the weather starts to get colder this autumn

Surge in sellers renting ahead of their next move

With the sales market continuing to boom, many homeowners have secured a high price for their home in 2021, choosing to put themselves in a stronger position by renting during this stop gap period

Moving house safely: a refresher post-lockdown

COVID-19 restrictions may have been lifted but the virus is far from gone

Price gap widens for houses and flats

Prices for both houses and flats are continuing to increase following the Covid-19 pandemic

Will working from home be your new norm?

Last year, the number of adults who worked from home inevitably increased to 37% over lockdown

Selling during the back to school season

One-third of homeowners choose to buy or sell in early autumn, making now the best time to put your house on the market

The most common stamp duty buyer type

There has been a flurry of transactions over recent months due to the stamp duty holiday, but where has all this activity come from?

A report claims that recent activity has been down to families wanting to upsize, as well as investor activity

Tenant demand still on the rise

Following a surge in tenant demand over the last quarter, the market could see rents increase over the next three months

Could you benefit from repaying your mortgage early?

The average homeowner will be 57 before they’re able to fully repay their mortgage, so paying off the debt early is a desirable financial goal

Who’s most interested in your home’s value?

Have you ever used property sites to snoop on how much someone has paid for their home?

In a study by Zoopla, six out of ten Brits admitted to checking out how much someone has paid for their home, with the most popular people to snoop on being neighbours, friends and family

What does the supply-demand imbalance mean for you?

Vendors have benefited from the supply-demand imbalance seen across the market in 2021, with 40% of properties selling above their original asking price, making conditions optimal for selling

by Pygott & Crone on 4th August 2021

Please vote for Pygott & Crone at the Heart Hero Awards

Last winter Pygott & Crone organised a 100 kilometre run/walk challenge, involving over 250 people across the estate agency industry and our local communities, which raised a fantastic £70,000 for the British Heart Foundation – the #BHF100K

What’s next for the property market?

Having contributed to record-breaking sales numbers over the last year, we consider what’s next for the property market following the approaching end of the stamp duty holiday

Why is now the time to buy a second home?

After a year without the ability to socialise or travel, many Brits have been able to save a considerable sum, with savvy savers now wondering what to do with their sizeable nest eggs

With home break-ins high over summer, are you covered?

As a landlord, it is vital that you properly safeguard every aspect of your portfolio

New build homes at a 21-year high

Over 49,470 new build properties were completed in the first three months of 2021 – the highest figure recorded in 21 years

A look at what the stamp duty holiday has led to

Since its launch, the stamp duty holiday has led to phenomenal sales numbers for England’s property market, with 50% more transactions in Q1 2021 compared to the previous year, pre-pandemic

Could shared ownership be the answer

This easy guide to shared ownership will help you decide if it’s the right option for you

Why does market activity peak in August?

For the past 12 years, reports show that August has been one of the most popular months for home moving, with a third of movers choosing to buy or sell between June and August

Lettings market boom and what it means for landlords

The lettings market has had a record strong month, with reports of a decrease to the length of average void periods in most regions, as well as rising rents seen across the country

How does disrepair impact your property sale?

Throughout the selling process, buyers are looking to assess the extent of the work needed to fix your home to their own standard of living, working out the time and money they may need to invest

Ways to avoid gazumping with your property sale or purchase

With the property market heating up, gazumping is becoming all too common as demand outstrips supply

3-bedroom properties in high demand

Property experts from Rightmove are urging homeowners to sell their three-bedroom homes, as high demand leads to an average selling time of just 45 days

Key questions you need to ask your buyer

Finding the right buyer can save you time, energy and disappointment

Top home improvements for this summer

Over the last 18 months, the number of Brits undertaking DIY projects and renovations has jumped significantly, as we found new ways to pass our time in lockdown and improve our living situations

Stay informed with changes to the Right to Rent scheme

First introduced in 2016, right to rent checks have been a core part of the check in process for landlords and tenants

Is it still location, location, location?

Faced with the prospect of a lockdown-free summer, buyers are anxious to move quickly, resulting in record numbers paying over asking price to secure their dream property

Buying to become a short-let landlord

With a lack of certainty on travel restrictions, many Brits are planning to vacation closer to home this summer, giving investors the opportunity to break into the short-let market

Managing properties through the eviction ban extension

Over the course of the eviction ban for residential tenancies, the government have looked to balance support for tenants and landlords, helping those unable to meet their rent payments whilst recognising the strain this puts on landlords who may depend on the income

Is selling at auction the right choice for me?

Selling at auction can mean a quick and easy sale, with excited bidders driving up the price of your home

What to do if your home isn’t selling

There can be any number of reasons to explain why your property isn’t performing on the market as you had expected

What’s driving property prices?

Asking prices continue to climb, with several key reasons to explain why this is happening after the emergence of a global pandemic

Carbon monoxide campaign to alert ‘new landlords’

The government has launched their ‘Carbon Monoxide Safe 4 Summer’ campaign, which has been put in place to highlight how dangerous carbon monoxide can be

A guide to your property valuation

When it comes to selling your property, it’s only natural you want to know all of the facts before beginning

Post-pandemic predictions for the property market

After 18 months of uncertainty, the UK property market has seen some incredible highs and lows, from the sector closing and reopening last spring, to the impact of the stamp duty holiday on residential transaction levels