The Kingshills Estate Agents Blog

When it comes to finding the best mortgage deal, there’s one question savvy home buyers should ask themselves.And it’s not: “Which deal is offering the lowest interest rate?”.While interest rates are obviously important,...

When it comes to selling a property, it pays to do your research before choosing an agent to manage the sale. Now you might think that all agents are much of a muchness (they all flog homes, don’t they?), but you’d be wrong!A...

Building a property portfolio might sound like a great way to build an additional income, but it can be a tricky area to navigate with lots of pros and cons. Getting started First things first, where is the cash coming from? Have...

Once the last lick of paint has been applied and the carpets have been laid, it’s time to decide whether or not to furnish your rental property. It’s a question that has many landlords scratching their heads. Does a furnished...

We’re about to banish a myth that many people still believe about selling a home.The misconception is that once you’ve accepted an offer for your property, the hard work is done.Unfortunately, that’s not the case. Yes,...

As a private landlord, you’ve got to stay on top of repairs, damage, and unexpected costs. So how do you safeguard your property and income? Do you cross your fingers and hope for the best? Or have you taken the necessary steps...

Picture the scene.You’re house hunting and have been trawling the internet for what seems like forever. Then one day your eyes are drawn to a beautiful looking home that ticks all your boxes.You visit the property and boom, fall...

Landlords have always worried about tenants falling behind in the rent, but that fear feels particularly pertinent right now due to the pandemic.There are many reasons why a tenant might be unable to pay their rent – such as...

Have you ever considered becoming a landlord? Investing in property can be a great way to make the most of any money you have to invest. Generally, it’s best if you’re prepared to invest over a long period of time. So, why is...

We know the Olympics have just finished but indulge us if you will as we explain how a popular sports-related concept used by top athletes can help landlords.You might already be familiar with the theory of ‘marginal gains’....