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What to ask your estate agent (but might be afraid to)
Key Questions First-Time Buyers Should AskBuying your first home can be overwhelming, and working with an estate agent may feel intimidating.
Energy efficiency made simple: What EPC ratings mean for you
Understanding EPC Ratings: What You Need to Know When buying or renting a property, the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a useful guide to its energy efficiency.
Property jargon buster: Demystifying the lingo
Decoding property terms: your guide to getting it right When it comes to buying or selling a property, the language used can sometimes feel like a whole new world.
What is a tracker mortgage and how does it work?
What is a Tracker Mortgage? A tracker mortgage is a type of variable-rate mortgage where the interest rate follows, or "tracks," the Bank of England base rate (or another benchmark), plus a set percentage.
Is it worth paying off your mortgage early?
Paying off your mortgage early is an attractive goal for many homeowners.
HMO – RRB will clamp down on unlicensed properties
If you’re letting a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) without the right licence, the upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB) should set alarm bells ringing.
Maximising rental yield in a changing market
The days of ‘set it and forget it’ lettings are long gone.
Your legal checklist for letting this year
With lettings law continually evolving in England, 2025 is shaping up to be another year where being a proactive landlord pays off.
Should you self-manage or use a letting agent? Pros, cons, and real-life case comparisons
The choice between self-managing your rental or handing it over to a letting agent isn’t just a question of cost—it’s about time, temperament, and long-term return.
Landlord advice: Preparing for the Renters’ Reform Bill
The Renters’ Reform Bill is set to be the most significant shake-up of the private rented sector in decades.
Know your rights: A guide for tenants
A simplified guide to the protections you’re entitled to in 2025Renting a home should be straightforward, but too often tenants aren’t quite sure where they stand when something goes wrong.
What landlords look for in great tenants
Finding the right rental home can feel competitive.
Decorating without risking your deposit
Your space, your style without breaking the bankJust because you’re renting doesn’t mean you have to settle for boring walls and soulless surroundings.
Moving in? The ultimate tenant inventory checklist
Protect your deposit from day one: Tenant inventory tipsMoving into a new rental is exciting, but before you unpack the kettle and hang your photos, there’s one task you shouldn’t overlook: the inventory.
Tenant demand remains strong: navigating the market with rising expectations
Tenant Demand: A Steady Surge Amid Supply ChallengesIn the ever-evolving rental market, tenant demand continues to show a resilient upward trend, increasing by 14% in recent months.
RRB explained: what’s changing for landlords & tenants
The Renters’ Rights Bill: What Landlords and Tenants Need to KnowThe Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB) is set to introduce the most significant changes in the private rented sector in over 30 years, with likely full implementation in 2026.
RROs & the RRB: New tenant powers
Enhanced Rent Repayment Orders: What Landlords and Tenants Need to KnowUnder the Renters’ Reform Bill (RRB), tenants now have enhanced powers to recover rent paid for properties that are in breach of legal standards.
From valuation to completion: Understanding the selling timeline
Clarity from the Start: Your Step-by-Step Home-Selling TimelineSelling your home is more than just accepting an offer – it’s a process with several stages, each one important to getting the outcome you want.
How to spot a hidden gem in today’s market
Spotting Hidden Gems in Today’s Property MarketIn today’s competitive property market, finding a hidden gem isn’t just about luck, it’s about looking beyond the surface and recognising potential where others might not.
The true cost of buying: What to budget for in England
The Hidden Costs of HomeownershipWhen you start looking for your dream home, the price you see listed isn’t the full picture.
Navigating offers: Tips for bidding without overpaying
Making an offer is a crucial moment in the home-buying journey.
From dream to doorstep: First-time buyer’s journey
The Journey to Owning Your First HomeBuying your first home is an exciting but often overwhelming process.
How much can you really afford? Breaking down mortgage myths
Understanding Your Mortgage OptionsFor many first-time buyers, a mortgage is the biggest financial commitment they'll make.
Help to buy, shared ownership & beyond: What schemes are available in 2025
Government Support Schemes for Buyers in 2025With house prices and deposit hurdles still towering for first-time buyers and home movers, the government has introduced several support schemes to help bridge the gap.
Pygott & Crone sponsor Sleaford Town Football Club
Pygott & Crone are delighted to announce they are the official front of shirt sponsor for Sleaford Town FC new home kit ahead of the 2025/26 season.
Before the ‘For Sale’ sign: What’s worth tweaking to stand out
First impressions matter First impressions in property aren’t just about kerb appeal, they’re about attention to detail.
Homes with soul: How to highlight what makes yours special
Identifying what makes your home unique Some homes have a charm that’s hard to define but unmistakable when you feel it.
How good photos create real interest: More than just a listing
The first viewing happens online In today’s property market, your first viewing doesn’t happen at the front door.
Selling doesn’t need to feel like chaos – let’s make it manageable
It’s easy to think of selling as a whirlwind - decluttering, viewings, decisions, paperwork.
Support matters: Why choosing a good agent makes all the difference
The value of expert guidance Whether you're buying, selling, or renting, the support of a professional agent is invaluable.
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