The Accord Homes Blog

Type ‘tenancy agreement’ into Google and you’ll get thousands of results offering free online templates and guides to writing your own rental contract. So why bother using a letting agent to sort out the tenancy agreement if...

The number of downsizers active in the housing market has skyrocketed in recent months*, and is it any wonder? With steep hikes in energy bills, interest rates and inflation, many people feeling the squeeze are rethinking how –...

As a landlord, as well as managing the finances, the property and any repairs or maintenance, you also have to remember to look after your tenants. Whilst nine times out of ten you’ll never have to deal with anything too...

Many parents take steps to protect their contribution if their child is buying with a partner. The solicitor handling the purchase can protect the money with a deed of trust. This means if the couple later split, the funds will be...

Every year, the Bank of Mum and Dad comes to the rescue by helping tens of thousands of first-time buyers get on the housing ladder. Last year alone, 46% of first-time buyers received financial help from their parents to purchase...

This week’s lettings article looks at the true cost of self-managing a rental property. Not since 2008, when Katy Perry stormed the music charts and Gavin and Stacey ruled the small screen, have interest rates been as high as...

What first-time property buyers can expect In this week’s sales article, we take a brief look at the first-time buyer’s journey and what they can expect. If you’re thinking about buying your first home, congratulations!...

This week’s lettings article looks at how to recognise a good letting agent. How can you spot a top letting agent from a master of mediocrity? Read on to find out. Landlords use letting agents for all sorts of reasons. Some need...

Why a local estate agent is a seller’s best choice In this week’s sales article, we explore how agents with local knowledge could help sellers get the most for their property. If you’re selling a property, you’ve got a big...

Tenants can enjoy a carefree summer at home or abroad by bearing in mind a few issues relating to their rental property. This week’s lettings article looks at the issues that tenants need to be aware of in the summer months. At...