Blog: Advice

Buying your first house is a big step on to the property ladder, so before you do, it’s ideal to be armed with all the knowledge you need so you can be successful when you make that all important offer.

The UK’s property boom appears to be coming to an end following the winding down of the stamp duty holiday, and the number of properties currently up for sale has fallen to a new low.

Read on to find out more, with some...

If you are looking to sell your house in Bedford, you may very well be feeling a little overwhelmed, and who can blame you? It is a huge undertaking, not to mention an incredibly emotional time for you as a...

When you find your dream property in Bedford you don’t want anyone else to have it, so it’s quite normal to want to jump straight in with an offer, but here at Giggs & Hone we naturally want all our clients to be happy and...

Overhauling your Bedford property can be a lengthy and costly task.

Limited time and finances often mean we renovate our homes at a slower pace than we would like, but of course, this also allows for careful consideration to go...

Buying and owning a rental property in Bedford should be treated as a business. Even if you are not planning on having a huge portfolio of property that you rent out, it’s imperative that you cross the t’s and dot the...

The main concern that we hear time and time again from active buyers is that they don’t want to put their home on the market before they’ve found a property they want to purchase.

They fear that they can’t find the...

The Giggs Way - The best way to market your property.

At Giggs and Hone, we know how important it is that when you trust us to sell your property that we live up to that trust.

We set ourselves apart by taking the time to...

How to make your Bedford home as saleable as possible

When you’re selling your Bedford home, you want to make your property as attractive to prospective Bedford buyers as possible. Your staging efforts should be designed to...

Being a landlord in this area can be highly lucrative, especially with the current demand for high-quality rental properties in Bedford. The key to success in the rental market lies in preparing effectively and securing an...

There are several reasons why you might be considering becoming a landlord in Bedford . Perhaps you’re moving away for work but don’t want to sell your home, or you may have inherited a property from a relative and want to...

When it comes to selling your home in Bedford , there’s a lot of overwhelming information and old wives tales out there, and it can sometimes be difficult separating the fact from the fiction.

Advice often comes from...

Spending some time and money on home improvements that actually add value to your Bedford home makes sense if you’re getting ready to sell. And attracting buyers without breaking the bank is even better. Our guide will help...

The top six issues that you may face

Buying a your first home is both exciting and daunting. Finding a house you love can be a great experience but the actual process of making it happen can feel overwhelming. So here are the...

When you’re moving into your first house, there are lots of things to do and remember so working through your utilities may not be top of your list. But, when you get your first bill, you may change your mind because the...

In May, the UK government will start the process of easing more of the lockdown restrictions. Which is excellent news for those who have been waiting to move home, and especially those who are keen to sell their...

When you're buying a house there are some things that just slip by you as you concentrate on all the things you have to do. So here are 8 top tips to think about to help you through the process and improve your chances of getting...

There will be a number of household bills and expenses that you might not have had to cover while you’ve been renting. So as you take the plunge into home ownership, here is a whistle stop tour of the running costs and bills you...

We know the process of purchasing a house in can be quite daunting, especially if you’re a first time buyer (and honestly, it’s still quite daunting even if you’ve done it a few times). So, before you start, let’s sort the...

If you’re looking to sell your home in Bedford , the first question you might have is, ‘how much is my home in Bedford actually worth?’ Technically, the answer is whatever someone is willing to pay for it, but that answer...

If you need to sell your home fast but don’t know where to start, then you have come to the right place! Here at Giggs & Hone , we pride ourselves on our expert selling advice, from tips on how to make your home more...

Congratulations, you’re almost there... and it’s probably been a whirlwind of things to do. So, before you forget, here’s a handy checklist of who you need to tell that you’re moving to a new house and what you need to...

If you’re thinking about buying your first house, this quick guide will give you the confidence you need to get your feet on the ladder.

Do I need House Insurance?

Yes – once the contracts are agreed, you...