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Preparing to sell your Fife Property in the New Year (Watch/Read/Listen)

 

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If you’re preparing to sell your Fife property in the New Year, then you might be feeling a little overwhelmed at the amount of work your Fife home requires before taking it to market. But don’t fret; we’re here with a list of top tips to help get you ready to show off your Fife home.

 

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FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 23rd – 29th Oct 2022 (Watch/Listen)

 

PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/fife-properties/episodes/FIFE-PROPERTY-MARKET-UPDATE–23rd–29th-Oct-2022-e1pvsua

 

Weekly round up on what’s driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:

Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:

 

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Mortgage Market Update with Neil Bird of Cara Mortgages (Watch/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/KyWMaqk2zub

 

GOOD NEWS!!!

 

I know it’s been a while, but this week has definitely seen some good news in the mortgage market!!!

 

Since Luz Truss’s resignation the money markets have started to calm a little and number of the lenders that had withdrawn from the market have returned.

 

But even better, over the last couple of days some of the big high street lenders have actually reduced theirs rates slightly for the first time in many months, with more to follow!!!

 

Other lenders have started bringing back more of their product ranges, and a least one large BTL lender has just reduced it’s rental calculation stress rates, making it easier for property investors to get the funding they need.

 

Obviously, there is a lot of talk about another Bank of England Base Rate rise next month, but with the mortgage market stabilising and improving after weeks of uncertainty and chaos, now might just be the perfect time to lock in that fixed rate you’ve been thinking about.

 

Expert advice is more important than ever, so please feel free to get in touch with Neil Bird for a chat.

 

Call: 07730 511350

Email: neilb@carams.co.uk

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NBMortgageAdviser/

 

 

 

 

The 5 Most Important Factors When Buying A Home In Fife! (4 min read)

For many of us, when we decide to move to a new home there will be many factors to consider, which can range from new work commitments, to growing family needs or simply the need for better quality of life. A new survey from Broadband Choices has discovered the five key reasons as to why people select a location for their new home, which could form a useful list for current house-hunters. Continue reading The 5 Most Important Factors When Buying A Home In Fife! (4 min read)

Eat Out To Help Out – 50% Off Restaurant Bills This Month In Fife (2 min read)

Throughout August, diners in Fife will be able to make the most of the Chancellor’s “eat out to help out” scheme whereby a 50% discount is available at participating restaurants. We look at what the vouchers can be used for and how to make the most of them this month. Continue reading Eat Out To Help Out – 50% Off Restaurant Bills This Month In Fife (2 min read)

Step By Step How To Sell Your House In Fife!

Are you looking to sell in Fife? Sometimes it’s hard knowing where exactly to start. Our step by step guide might look like a lot of information but it can really be a good reference point to help you during this process.

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Spring Selling Tips For 2020 In Fife: How To Prepare And Present Your Home For Prime Selling Season

Spring is usually the time of year when the largest numbers of buyers start registering with estate agents to find their next home. And with two long school holiday periods on the horizon – Easter and Summer – family friendly locations like Dunfermline, Glenrothes, Leven, Cupar, Kirkcaldy, East Neuk and St Andrews see a lot of property market activity.

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Top Tips on Downsizing to a Smaller Home

For a lot of older homeowners today, downsizing can be a great way to have a good clear out after your kids have left home, but also a fantastic way to free up some equity from your home. This financial boost will most likely come with the added bonus of a reduction in running costs as you move to a smaller home.

While there are plenty of benefits of downsizing, moving home can still be a complex and stressful experience, so we’ve put together a quick guide on what to consider to help make your move a much smoother transition.

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Design trends to look out for in 2020

We’re moving into a new decade, and so the last thing that you want is for your home to look dated. Throughout 2019 we have seen some extreme trends in interior design; from the embracing of industrial elements to the resurgence of entirely neutral spaces. We have taken a look at what to expect this year and how to get ahead with your design aesthetic, whatever your budget.

  1. Colour makes a comeback

One of the key trends this decade has been that of neutral spaces with a few accent pieces to liven up the décor, however this year one of the main inclinations in design will be towards colour; bolder, brighter and braver! Rebecca Breslin, Wayfair Professional design manager, is calling for an end of “Greige, grey and all neutral everything without texture or visual interest” and therefore if you are looking for a change this year then start by adding colour into your home – burnt oranges and deep blues are set to be en vogue throughout the whole year.

  1. Paper set to tear up the market

A feature wall has been the mainstay of every makeover show and glossy magazine before-and-after shoot since the early naughties, however 2020 is set to end this fad. Rather than a singular wall that is adorned with wallpaper, we are going to see all four walls covered with paper – in line with the brighter aesthetic of 2020. Wallpaper has seen something of a renaissance over the past decade, with designs from Gucci and Dior all the way through to stick-and-peel examples flooding the marketplace, and this isn’t set to end this year. If you want to experiment, then start with smaller spaces such as studies, toilets and guest bedrooms where patterns will seem less overwhelming.

  1. Cabinet shake-up

The crisp, white kitchens that have been an enduring design staple over the last decade are set to move into retirement in 2020, with colour making its way back into the heart of the home. Kitchen cabinets, more specifically, are to become a real focus in kitchen design – therefore if you are looking to stay on-trend then think about rejuvenating your cabinets. Navy blue matte cabinets with vintage gold handles will transform your aesthetic immediately and mixes the traditional and vintage visuals that are set to be all the rage this year.

  1. Give art a start

In these modern days of mass production and consumerism, vintage art and antiques are making a huge comeback due to the perceived one-of-a-kind nature of the objects and that they possess their own unique story. If you are looking to make small changes to your home that make it chic, then adding some select pieces of art is a great start – adding pieces to your kitchen walls will add particular interest to an otherwise utilitarian space.

  1. Soften the edges

Throughout the 2010s, chicness has often been related to strong lines, sharp edges and minimalism, however as we move into the next decade this is set to be turned on its head for an altogether softer look. As well as a nod to 30s glamour (think metallics such as silver and gold, as well as scalloped seating) curves and fluid shapes are set to be popular this year; from circular side tables to rounded-edge sofas.

The £3.6 billion mortgage debt of Fife homeowners

Irrespective of the shenanigans and political goings on in Westminster recently, the housing market (for the time being anyway) shows a striking resilience, fostered by the on-going wide-ranging monetary policy by the Bank of England. With interest rates and unemployment low, UK plc is heading into 2020 in reasonable condition.  Additionally, despite the UK’s new homes industry Continue reading The £3.6 billion mortgage debt of Fife homeowners

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