James A Hardy

When is the right time to buy a house for your retirement?

It’s a question that will be on many minds in recent times – you want to buy a smaller property for your retirement, possibly in a new location, but should you buy it now, or wait until you are closer to retirement age? As with any house purchase, you... Read >

Rural vs. city – finding the best location for your new property

When looking for a new property, location is a key factor, but are you best buying a house in a rural or central area? This question can only really be answered by you, as personal preferences will be a decisive factor. However, it could be said that when... Read >

The benefits of buying a newer property

Despite the current tricky financial climate, new properties are still being built in abundance. In fact, it’s estimated that an additional 5 million new homes will be constructed by 2027. This, of course, provides a wealth of choice for buyers, but what ... Read >

How important is a good view when buying a property?

Or, more to the point, is a nice view important to you? For some people, a scenic view across the rolling countryside is at the top of their priority list when viewing a property, for others, who spend less time at home, it’s of little importance. However... Read >

7 external areas to check when you are viewing a house

When viewing a house, many people concentrate on aspects such as room sizes and interior features, and entirely forget to check the external areas. Ideally, you should view the inside and outside of a house to fully gage its suitability. Here are a few po... Read >

9 things to consider when buying a property to let

Are you considering the option of buying to rent? The purchase of an investment property can be a risky exercise, but with a few pointers, you should soon be on your way to purchasing a profitable property. Here are 10 areas that you need to consider; ... Read >

5 Ways to make the most of a buyers’ market

In the current financial climate, house prices are at a low, bad for home owners, but good news for buyers. A buyer’s market sounds great, with a wealth of properties for sale to choose from, and some flexibility available on asking prices, but how can yo... Read >

5 tips for choosing the correct estate agent

Everyone has heard the bad press about estate agents, so how do you choose a ‘good’ agent? Here are a few pointers to help you on your way; 1. Do your research Typically, when choosing an estate agent, people make a decision based on two factors; wh... Read >

7 Things You Must Know Before Getting Hair Extensions

Hair extensions – they are by far the best way to get the celebrity look you really want. But as with any hair or beauty product it pays to get some information on hair extensions before you decide to get them. Here are seven essential things to be aw... Read >

10 Celebrities That Have Hair Extensions

It’s a well known fact that hair extensions are commonly used by celebrities to achieve a different look in a short space of time. You might be surprised at just which celebrities have them though! Take a look at the following list to see whether you k... Read >

The Different Types Of Hair Extensions

If you are new to the world of hair extensions you might think that they are all pretty much the same. But this isn’t true – there are actually several different types and this means you should consider them all before you make the decision on which ones ... Read >

5 Things to consider when buying a new build property

The purchase of new build properties has proven to be very popular in recent years, but it has also received a fair amount of bad press. Here are a few areas to consider if you are contemplating the purchase of a new build property; Premiums During ... Read >

10 Things to consider when buying an older property

Buying an older property can have its advantages and disadvantages; here are a few things to think about when considering the purchase of a ‘character’ or older property; 1. Age – find out exactly how old the property is. This information should be ava... Read >

Key factors to consider when buying a property

When you are looking to buy a new property, there are many factors you need to take into consideration. Here are a few key areas to think about; Location – the location of a house can be one of the most important factors when buying a property. The ove... Read >

8 tips when buying a second home

With homebuyers taking advantage of the drop in house prices, smart investment is crucial; here are a few tips to consider when buying a second home; 1. Avoid impulse buying Many people make the mistake of going on holiday, and returning with the key... Read >