Buyers in England Race to Beat Stamp Duty Changes
Changes to Stamp Duty come into force next year in England and Northern Ireland. Read on to discover how this […]
Last-Minute Gifts You Can Sort Without Leaving Home
Here are three alternative gift ideas if you still need to pick up Christmas presents but can’t face the heaving […]
Find out More… NOVEMBER 2024 HOUSE PRICE INDEX
With Christmas just around the corner, traditionally the housing market quietens off as the festive season approaches, but this year […]
Three Tips That Could Save You Hundreds on Unwanted Subscriptions
Here are three tips to help you save on unwanted subscriptions and put more money in your pocket. Regular subscriptions […]
Changes to Leasehold Laws, What You Need to Know
If you own or are buying or selling a leasehold property, there could be some significant changes to think about […]
Three Ways to Spend Less on Christmas Gifts This Year
Don’t blow your budget by buying Christmas presents for all and sundry this year. Follow these tips to simplify your […]
Don’t Miss the Boxing Day Browsing Boom
What is the Boxing Day surge, and why should sellers act now to capitalise on it? Here’s what you need […]
The Changing Face of Furnished Holiday Lets
From 6 April 2025 new tax changes are coming in, which will impact those with furnished holiday lets – not […]
Let’s Shop Local This Saturday
Small Business Saturday 2024 is happening across the UK this weekend. It’s the perfect time to celebrate and support the […]
Three DIY Tips for Homeowners
If you’re on a budget, DIY is a great way to improve your home without spending a fortune on tradespeople. […]
What’s in Store for the Property Market in 2025?
With the end of the year drawing closer, housing experts have revealed their predictions for 2025 and beyond – and […]
How Does Inflation Affect the Property Market?
The latest Consumer Prices Index (CPI) released by the Office for National Statistics revealed that inflation increased from 1.7% in […]
Three Ways to Get More Done When You Work from Home
Working from home (WFH) is the norm for many Brits – 26% do it at least some of the time*. […]
Lighting Tips to Help Sell Your House in Winter
Grey, cloudy days and darker nights don’t show your property to its best advantage. So, here are a few simple […]
What the Budget Really Means for Buyers and Sellers
Now that the dust has settled on the Autumn Budget, let’s look at how it will impact the property market. […]
Three Tips to Maintain and Increase Your Property’s Value
Let’s face it – doing property maintenance isn’t many people’s idea of a good time. However, keeping on top of […]
FIND OUT MORE… OCTOBER 2024 HOUSE PRICE INDEX
With reports that sales activity in the housing market is at its highest level since 2020, there’s a lot to […]
How Will Today’s Interest Rate Cut Affect the Property Market?
Earlier today, the Bank of England (B of E) announced that the base interest rate will be cut by 0.25 […]
Where Are Interest Rates Heading? Some Predictions for Homeowners.
The Bank of England meets tomorrow (Thursday 7 November) to set the official Bank Rate or base rate as it […]
Three Tips for Better Home Security This Winter
Unfortunately, when the nights get longer, this time of year can be open season for burglars looking to target your […]
What The Budget Means for the Property Market
With PM Keir Starmer warning it would be painful, the new government’s first Budget has been hotly awaited for some […]
Feeling Stressed? Here Are Three Tips to Calm Your Mind and Body
It’s considered the health epidemic of our times and affects one in nine people*. If left unchecked, it can cause […]
Good News from the Mortgage Market: Product Availability Trebles
New data shows the mortgage market has bounced back from the turbulence of two years ago. Think back to this […]
Three Ways to Fight Off Seasonal Affective Disorder This Autumn
Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a type of depression. Some symptoms of SAD include low mood, irritability, difficulty concentrating, […]
Budget 2024 Countdown – Some Predictions For Homeowners
PM Keir Starmer has already issued a warning that next week’s Budget will be painful… to help fill a ‘£22 […]
Hearty Dishes to Nourish Your Family and Friends This Autumn
Many people turn to comfort food to get through the colder, darker autumn and winter months. But reach too often […]
Is Autumn a Good Time to House Hunt?
The weather is dreary. Christmas is on the way. So, right now is an absolutely terrible time to jump into […]
Find out More… SEPTEMBER 2024 HOUSE PRICE INDEX
With mortgage rates at the lowest levels for 15 months and recent press headlines highlighting a rise in prices, there’s […]
Three Reasons to Be Cheerful This Autumn
As the days grow shorter and the chill sets in, it can be easy to feel a bit downcast. But […]
Why It’s a Bad Idea to Spy on Property Viewings
In the past decade, millions of Brits have snapped up home tech gadgets to monitor their kids, cats, dogs and […]
Booking removers? A word of caution!
Completing on your new home is an exciting time – probably one of the most exciting times in your life. […]
Dopamine Décor: Three Tips to Brighten Your Home
With the days getting shorter and colder, dopamine décor could be just the thing to liven up your living space […]
How to Calculate the Value of Renovating Your Home
Rightmove has unveiled a new tool to help calculate how much renovation works add to the value of a property. […]
Three Top Tips for a Healthier, Happier Home
Creating a home that nurtures you and your loved ones goes beyond décor, design and furniture layout. A well-balanced living […]
What Online Dating Can Teach You about Selling Your Home
What do Tinder and Bumble have in common with Rightmove and Zoopla? If your answer is not a lot, then […]
Interest Rate Held: What the Bank’s Decision Might Mean for the Property Market
The Bank of England has just announced its decision on interest rates. And the decision is… to keep the interest […]
Three Must-Have Apps for New Homeowners
There’s nothing quite like becoming a homeowner for the first time. Stepping over the threshold into a place you can […]
How to Avoid a Messy Bank of Mum and Dad Dispute in Your Family
If you’re considering giving your child a helping hand to buy their first home, you’re not alone. Figures show that […]
Simple Steps to Save: Three Tips for UK Savings Week
With UK Savings Week running from 9 – 15 September, there’s no better time to take control of your finances […]
How is a Property Sold? Part 3.
Part 3 – from receiving an offer to completion. This is the final part of our blog series looking at […]
Find out More… AUGUST 2024 HOUSE PRICE INDEX
The Bank of England interest rate cut at the start of August gave the housing market a late summer boost […]
2024 House Price Trends Revealed
The UK housing market is experiencing a period of steady recovery, according to the latest data from leading property portal […]
Back to School: Three Eco-Friendly Transport Tips for the School Run
As September rolls in and children across the UK prepare to return to school, many parents are reconsidering their daily […]
Move or Improve? The Pros and Cons Explained
Should you move or improve? It’s a question an increasing number of homeowners in our area are asking themselves. And […]
How You Can Be a Community Champion
Throughout August, we’ve been running our Community Cheerleader campaign. It’s where we’ve shouted from the rooftops (and blog posts) about […]
Getting the Family Home Ready for Sale: Tips for Parents
Selling a home can be stressful, no matter what your circumstances. But the moving process can be even more complicated […]
Steps to Make Your Area More Environmentally Sustainable
Throughout August we are running our Community Cheerleader campaign. It’s where we shout from the rooftops (and blog posts) about […]
Don’t Make It Personal: Why Statement Features Can Turn Off Buyers
When estate agents tell sellers not to over-personalise their property, what do they mean? Here’s a real-life tale that explains […]
The Health Benefits of Living in a Connected Community
Throughout August we are running our Community Cheerleader campaign. It’s where we shout from the rooftops (and blog posts) about […]
Is It Better to Invest in Property or a Pension?
When it comes to retirement, most people have the same ambition: to spend their later years doing what they love […]
Boosting Community Spirit: Volunteering in Our Area
Throughout August we are running our Community Cheerleader campaign. It’s where we shout from the rooftops (and blog posts) about […]
Find out More… JULY 2024 HOUSE PRICE INDEX
Political Certainty Helps Market The General Election has brought a new government and new certainty to the housing market. Both […]
Want to Be in Your New Home by Christmas? Now’s the Time to Act
It’s months away and probably the last thing on your mind right now, but we need to talk about Christmas. […]
Four Ways to Support Local Businesses
Throughout August, we are running our Community Cheerleader campaign. It’s where we shout from the rooftops (and blog posts) about […]
The Evolution of Estate Agents in the UK
The role of estate agents has dramatically transformed over the centuries. How the job of helping people buy and sell […]
Five Fun Facts about the Paris Olympic Games
There’ll be sweat, tears, heartbreak and joy in Paris over the coming fortnight when the world’s best athletes compete at […]
Interest Rates: How Close Are We to a Cut, and Should You Delay Moving for It?
Property experts say that many people have put their moving plans on hold until interest rates drop*. Is this the […]
How is a Property Sold? Part 2
Part 2 – from marketing to finding a buyer If you’ve already read our first blog about how a property […]
Six Things People Forget to Pack When They Go on Holiday
Heading off on holiday is always exciting, but it’s easy to forget essential items in the last-minute rush to pack. […]
How AI Could Transform Home Selling
Many tech experts predict that artificial intelligence (AI) will revolutionise how we live in the future. So, what impact will […]
Six Security Tips for Homeowners Going on Holiday
With the excitement of the summer holiday season upon us, making sure your home is safe and secure while you’re […]
Material Information: What Sellers Should Disclose When Listing a Property
Before you list your home, be prepared for your estate agent to go on a fact-finding mission. They’ll ask you […]
Find out More… JUNE 2024 HOUSE PRICE INDEX
Mixed market in run-up to General Election While the latest house price reports from Rightmove and Zoopla show the General […]
Game, Set, Match: The Wimbledon Approach to Selling Your Home
With Wimbledon now in its final week, many people around the globe are captivated by the extraordinary skill and determination […]
Avoid These Five Common Gardening Mistakes This July
July is a busy month for green-fingered gardeners, with plants in full bloom and outdoor areas needing extra care. However, […]
How is a Property Sold? Part 1
Part 1 – from Instruction to Going on the Market We’re often asked about the whole process of selling a […]
Tropicore – The Hot New Interiors Trend
If you dream of swapping the pressures of everyday life for sipping piña coladas on an idyllic beach, then you’ll […]
Multigenerational Living: How to Find a Home That Suits Your Family’s Needs
From adult children returning to live with mum and dad to elderly parents moving in with their offspring, multigenerational living […]
Moving Playlist: Beats and Ballads to Listen to When Relocating
Moving home can be an emotional rollercoaster, a mixture of sad goodbyes and exciting new beginnings interspersed with lots of […]
Six Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Summer Sale
The summer solstice, on Thursday (20 June), marks the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and the […]
Don’t Panic, It’s Only The General Election
Tania and Helen have been through 5 General Elections, and Brexit in their estate agency careers and every time the […]
Make Dad’s Day: 6 Quick and Easy Father’s Day Gifts
With Father’s Day just around the corner on the 16th of June, finding the perfect gift at the eleventh hour […]
Coping with Grief or Loss on Father’s Day
While some people will enjoy a nice meal or a family catch-up this Father’s Day, the event will trigger more […]
Engage Your Senses: The Ultimate Home Buying Guide
Using the Five Senses to Find Your Dream Home Buying a home is a huge undertaking that many property hunters find […]
Find out More… MAY 2024 HOUSE PRICE INDEX
House Price Sales Continue to Grow Pent-up demand in the housing market is driving the number of sales, with Zoopla […]
Top Safety Tips for Homes during Child Safety Week
As it’s Child Safety Week*, here’s a handy reminder for Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire homeowners about how to keep your precious little […]
Seven Key Questions to Ask an Estate Agent Before Making Your Choice
Choosing the right estate agent is a big step on the road to successfully selling your home. But with so […]
Online Scams – What to Look Out For
Sadly, online scams are a common part of life these days. We’ve all read stories about innocent people falling for […]
Cat Rescue West Wales
It’s a Thursday afternoon, and Tania and I have journeyed to rural Carmarthenshire to visit the home of Bev, a […]
How to Survive Your First Camping Trip
If you’re planning to sleep under canvas for the first time ever this summer, here are some tips to make […]
Why You Should Understand Your Buyer’s Position Before Agreeing a Deal
It’s an exciting moment when a buyer puts a good offer on the table. After all your hard work to […]
Celebrate Local History Month by Discovering Our Area’s Past
May is Local History Month, making it an ideal time to dive into the history of our area. Researching local […]
First-Time Buyers: Facts and Figures from Around the World
Getting on the housing ladder in the UK is no easy feat, with property prices and inflation meaning it can […]
Home Hacks from around the World
In this context, a hacker isn’t a teenager sitting in a darkened room hunched over a computer and creating digital […]
Understanding Freehold vs. Leasehold vs. Flying Freehold
Understanding the various property tenures in our area is helpful for homebuyers in making informed decisions. In a world where […]
Find out More… APRIL 2024 HOUSE PRICE INDEX
Spring Housing Market Kicks Into Action With more sellers coming to the market and a slight increase in the average […]
Step It Up: Top Tips to Help You Walk More this National Walking Month
There’s an old saying: The simple things in life are often the best. And when it comes to exercise, what […]
The Three Home Improvements That Impress Buyers the Most
When it comes to home improvements, it’s wise to think carefully before you splash the cash. Homes renovated to a […]
Brewing Bonds: The Benefits of Sharing a Cuppa
The charity, Dementia UK’s Time for a Cuppa Week, runs from 1 to 8 May. It serves as a timely […]
Property Viewings: Should Sellers Stay In or Go Out?
So, you’ve prepped and primped your home, and it’s been photographed looking its very best. Now you’re ready for the […]
Money, Money, Money – The Mortgages on Offer in Different Parts of the World
If you’re paying off a mortgage on a property in Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire or Carmarthenshire, you’ll be well aware of how the mortgage […]
How NOT to Sell Your Home: Five Mistakes That Deter Buyers
Most home sellers want three things: to get the best possible price for their property, to complete the sale in […]
Six Buzz-Worthy Tips to Welcome Birds and Bees into your Gardens
As winter fades, it’s time to prepare your garden for spring, turning it into a perfect spot for birds and […]
Should You Take Your Kids to Property Viewings? The Pros and Cons Explained
If you’re looking for a new family home in Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire or Carmarthenshire, viewings will play a key role in your […]
Moving Thoughts from a Dad’s Perspective
There’s plenty to consider when moving home, especially when a growing family is involved. Over the past few months, we’ve […]
Cardigan Bay Properties Partners With Town & Country Property Auctions
Ceredigion award-winning estate agent announces new partnership for auction properties Ceredigion estate agent Cardigan Bay Properties has teamed up with […]
New Trading Standards Guidance on Property Listings – and What it Means for You
In November 2023 new guidance was published by the National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team (NTSELAT), with the […]
Find out More… MARCH 2024 HOUSE PRICE INDEX
Spring Boosts Buyer Demand The March 2024 House Price Index is out and is showing positive signs in terms of […]
Stress-Busting Tips with a Twist
It’s been described as a curse of modern times. It’s omnipresent in most of our everyday lives. And for some, […]
Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire & Carmarthenshire Home Sellers: Staging Your Home on a Budget
Are you planning to sell your home this year? Or just curious about what your property may be worth in […]