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| David Ball
Buying a new home in Torbay is a commitment, and it’s not one that you should ever take lightly. It’s also not something you should go into blind. Having a deposit saved up, looking at your budget ...
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| David Ball
It’s great news that you have become a first-time homeowner and have got the keys to your new place, but it’s likely you may be unsure of a few things. After all, buying a home was never top ...
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| David Ball
We’ve noticed a trend recently. You love your home, you love Torbay , but you’ve also realised that you need somewhere new. Perhaps somewhere larger, somewhere with a bigger garden, somewhere closer..
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| David Ball
There are a number of reasons people become residential landlords. Often, it’s because someone wants to do more with their savings and sees property as a sound investment with a regular income...
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| David Ball
One of the top concerns that many families have when moving to Torbay is finding the right school for their children. Many home moves are explicitly made so that families can move closer to the ...
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| David Ball
When it comes to selling your home in Torbay , 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.
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| David Ball
If you are considering putting your house in Torbay up for sale, but are not sure where to start, there are methods you can follow to help ensure it is fresh and market ready...
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| David Ball
Selling your home in Torbay is not always easy. Get things right though, and it can open up a move to a new place and somewhere to start the next chapter of your life. We often talk about styling...
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| David Ball
If you’ve ever been involved in a property transaction, then the chances are you’ve probably heard of gazumping. For buyers in Torbay it’s one of the worst things that can happen, particularly if...
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| David Ball
Being a landlord in this area can be highly lucrative, especially with the current demand for high-quality rental properties in Torbay . However, the key to success in the rental market...
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| David Ball
So, you’ve got a property to rent out in the Torbay area? Perhaps you’ve bought it specifically to rent out, or maybe you have inherited it and want to make it pay its way. Whatever your reasons...
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| David Ball
Whether you already have a property you’re looking to rent out in Torbay or you’re thinking of investing in a buy-to-let, it’s vital that you know your legal responsibilities and requirements...
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| David Ball
Selling your home in Torbay is a big task in itself as there’s so much to prepare. If you’re trying to tackle everything yourself, it can be daunting trying to attract potential buyers, but one of...
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| David Ball
So, you’ve got a property to rent in Torbay . You’ve invested your savings, or you have perhaps inherited a house, and now you want to rent it out...
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| David Ball
Increasing the value of your home in Torbay is a smart way to go further with your investment. Even if housing prices naturally increase in the area as it develops, renovating and improving your...
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| David Ball
Local authority searches are a mandatory requirement when buying a property in Torbay and therefore, they are a vital part of the homebuying process. Local authority searches can often take some...
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| David Ball
Congratulations on your decision to search for a new home in Torbay . This is an exciting time for you and now is the right moment to consider two highly important elements to make sure you...
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| David Ball
For homeowners in Torbay looking to add value to their property, house extensions and renovations are pretty much guaranteed to do the job.
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| David Ball
Getting on the first step of the property ladder can seem like a giant leap these days, can’t it? If you’re young and haven’t been able to save up a deposit, it might seem that your dream of home...
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| David Ball
There are a host of steps to take before you reach that cathartic stage of packing everything up and moving into your new home in Torbay . Even before you start the thrill of house hunting...
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| David Ball
If there was ever a good time of year to freshen up and update your home in Torbay , then it would be the springtime. After a long and cold winter, the sun is finally starting to shine...
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| David Ball
If you’re looking to sell your home in Torbay , the first question you might have is, ‘how much is my home in Torbay actually worth?’ Technically, the answer is whatever someone is willing to pay...
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| David Ball
Whether you are a green fingered fanatic and can’t wait to pull on your gardening gloves and get stuck in, or if you consider the maintenance of your outside space as just another household task...
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| David Ball
When people sell their homes with us at Ridgewater Sales and Lettings, they often ask whether there are any common improvements they should make before they welcome viewers. Our advice is that if...
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| David Ball
When you find your dream property in Torbay 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 Ridgewater Sales and Lettings...
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| David Ball
Whether you’re going to rent, or if you’re planning to buy, your next move in Torbay is a personal choice. There are pros and cons for both, and some thinking will need to be done before making a...
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| David Ball
There is a dance we do when it comes to buying and selling a property! In most cases, you’ll want to sell your property first and then buy another property second because this means having a greater..
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| Neil Tozer
Since the introduction of the post-lockdown Stamp Duty holiday, the number of homes being sold has reached record highs. The resulting delays in the conveyancing process mean that even where a sale...
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| David Ball
Lots of people dream of no longer living with their parents or throwing money at their landlord every month and instead buying their own home in Torbay . However, one of the things that often stands..
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| David Ball
When you put your property on the market, you put your trust in us – the experts you have chosen. We have the details, we know your expectations, and our aim is to get you moving as soon as possible.
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| David Ball
Here at Ridgewater Sales and Lettings we often get asked this question. And we can categorically say no, don’t take your house off the market just because it is December!
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| David Ball
In May, the UK government started the process of easing lockdown restrictions. Along with allowing people to exercise outdoors for longer and sunbathe in parks, they also reopened the housing market.
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| David Ball
Unsurprisingly, this is one of the most asked questions we’re hearing right now. Since the COVID-19 outbreak, many people, entirely understandably want to know will coronavirus affect house prices.
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| David Ball
It wouldn’t take a genius to work out that COVID19 is still the primary factor when it comes to the UK property market. Chances are, it’ll still be the case for some months to come too.
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| Neil Tozer
Take the right viewpoint when setting your Torbay home up for a sale They say that when you meet people you have not met before, first impressions make a difference. Similarly, they also say kerb appe
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| David Ball
If you’ve been required to work from home for at least 1 day since the 6th April 2020 due to the corona-virus, you can claim tax relief from HMRC for the entire tax year which could be worth £60-£125!
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| Neil Tozer
Five budget-friendly tips to help you set up your home office Working from home is now a major part of people’s lives. For some, working from home has been the norm for many years.
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| Neil Tozer
A rare warm breeze is a playful reminder that we are now into autumn, the summer months having passed us by.
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| Neil Tozer
Take important steps to make your dream move in Torbay come true So you’ve found the house of your dreams in Torbay. It’s on the right side of town, near a good school, parks are close by and your co
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| David Ball
Are you renting in Torbay at the moment? Perhaps you are a tenant in a lovely property but you have aspirations of buying your own place?
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| David Ball
In these days of easy access to drool-worthy home decor inspo on Pinterest and Instagram, we’ve all suffered a case of design envy.
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| David Ball
Many people have homes that are smaller than average, or rooms that are tiny or an awkward shape, yet these spaces can soon be transformed into a comfortable, Instagrammable space.
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| Neil Tozer
When people come to look around your property, they make very fast judgements. One of the first impressions they’ll see of your home is the front view, and this will either be on our website, property
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| Neil Tozer
Becoming a landlord for the first time is an exciting prospect, with not only the opportunity to bring in some additional income but also the chance to expand your portfolio further and perhaps even s
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| Neil Tozer
Moved into a rental property in Torbay and not quite sure how to approach the decor and design of it?
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| Neil Tozer
Moving house can be very exciting. As you look to new horizons, you and your family can put down roots and share new experiences
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| Neil Tozer
If you’re enjoying the glorious summer weather we’re having and want to take your garden up a notch with a perfectly pruned oasis that takes minimal effort and is easy on the environment, then read on.
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