by Trant | Jul 2, 2023 | Property Auctions
I write about two separate subjects this month, although related. The first item is about my Chartered Surveyor friend who, at a relatively tender age (we might even suggest in these modern times that he is still of “pre-middle age”) has now given up carrying out...
by Trant | Jul 2, 2023 | Property Auctions
If you are buying for restoration and resale, unless you are very confident of your own abilities and judgment you may well feel you need guidance from a builder on costs and from a selling agent on your eventual realisation figure. I would hope that you already have...
by Trant | Jul 2, 2023 | Property Auctions
What Is A License? A license is where someone is given permission to occupy a property or room but does not acquire the rights of a tenant. This often appears an attractive proposition to a landlord, who may not wish to be bound by the landlords repairing covenants or...
by Trant | Jul 2, 2023 | Property Auctions
Free Holidays For Life – And No Timeshare What Will It Be? A place in the country? The beauty of the holiday lettings market is that it gives you the chance to choose an investment in a place where you already feel at home. When you are not taking lettings, it...
by Trant | Jul 2, 2023 | Property Auctions
Providing ‘extras’ at your self-catering holiday home for guests to use can seem an innovative way of standing out from your competition. However, before you provide ‘extras’ you should compare the perceived benefits to the actual risk. Although these items can be...
by Trant | Jul 2, 2023 | Police Auctions, Property Auctions
It’s a slightly surreal sight, but coach loads of Japanese tourists descend upon Hill Top, the Lake District house once famously occupied by Beatrix Potter with surprising regularity. In fact it’s estimated that upwards of 70,000 people arrive every year, confirming...
by Trant | Jul 2, 2023 | Property Auctions
The secret to making astounding profits from property is by buying dirt cheap. It’s as easy and as simple as that. And there’s a small group of informed people around the country who know this, and who are quietly and confidently making shocking amounts of money by...
by Trant | Jul 2, 2023 | General
Contrary to popular belief, silver doesn’t tarnish especially rapidly unless items are left in an atmosphere where sulphur is present. Silver is a timeless and elegant metal that has been cherished for centuries. Whether it’s a beautiful silverware set, delicate...
by Trant | Jul 2, 2023 | General
If there is something wrong with what you buy, tell the seller as soon as possible. If you are unable to return to the shop within a few days of making the purchase, it is a good idea to telephone to let it know about your complaint. Make a note of the conversation...
by Trant | Jul 2, 2023 | General
How to accept and send payments when trading internationally Whether you’re a supplier or a buyer, it’s essential that when an electronic payment is made it reaches its destination in a timely manner. Consumer transactions are relatively simple, often involving a...