Urban Village Blog
FOR SALE: FIVE OF THE BEST GORGEOUS GARDENS
15 Jul 2019 | in Buying
For many, the ideal garden is a perfect blend of manicured lawns, flowerbeds overflowing with abundance, trimmed topiary and box hedges. An escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life, gardens can be a refuge designed to suit any lifestyle. From...
WHAT TO AVOID WHEN BUYING A PROPERTY FOR THE FIRST TIME
15 Jul 2019 | in Buying
Buying a home for the first time can be an emotionally driven experience, especially when you consider the various elements that need to be taken into account. While there are several new and exciting things that go into buying a home, it can be a co...
SECRET TIPS TO SELL AND MOVE IN BEFORE CHRISTMAS
15 Jul 2019 | in Selling
Buying a property can be complicated, and so getting it right is pivotal to speeding up the process. Whether you are a first-time buyer, or an experienced home owner, our Guild agents are here to help. We have collected our secret tips to help you se...
SEVEN OF THE BEST KITCHENS ON THE MARKET
15 Jul 2019 | in Life Style
A place where family and friends congregate, the kitchen is often described as the heart of the home. A kitchen is the home’s epicentre and must have the capacity to both entertain and bring happiness to those who live there. Here are some of the bes...
VALENTINE'S DAY COMPETITION: HOTEL CHOCOLAT £100 GIFT CARD
15 Jul 2019 | in Life Style
With Valentine’s Day fast-approaching, everyone is thinking of the perfect gift to treat their loved one. This February, The Guild are giving away a Hotel Chocolat gift card worth £100.
A WALK IN THE PARK: HOMES NEAR PRETTY PARKS
15 Jul 2019 | in Life Style
Looking for a fresh start in 2019? We have scoured the country for homes near pretty parks. Whether you enjoy a gentle stroll in the park, a trek in the hills, or a place to play sports at the weekend, these properties have one thing in common: they...
HOW TO RENOVATE ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET
15 Jul 2019 | in Life Style
Wanting to make a good impression and make your home stand out in the crowd doesn’t have to cost the earth. There are numerous budget-friendly ways that you can use to make your property more appealing to potential buyers and increase your chances of...
IS BREXIT KEEPING FIRST-TIME BUYERS OUT OF THE MARKET?
15 Jul 2019 | in News & Legislation
While the government has put several things in place to boost the first-time buyer’s market, the uncertainty surrounding Brexit and its full impact on the housing market, deposit requirements and property prices have left many would-be homeowners wai...
HELP YOUR VOICE BE HEARD
15 Jul 2019 | in News & Legislation
The Government has committed to regulating estate agents to ensure that all tenants, leaseholders and freeholders on private and mixed-use estates are confident that the estate agent they are dealing with is legally compliant and meets the standards...
AN INTERVIEW WITH BENJAMIN STEVENS ESTATE AGENTS
15 Jul 2019 | in News & Legislation
We spoke with Steven Wayne, Managing Director at Benjamin Stevens Estate Agents about his top tips for success in the industry, the future of the property market and his idea of a perfect home.
THE GUILD AWARDS 2019: WINNERS ANNOUNCED
15 Jul 2019 | in News & Legislation
The Guild Annual Conference 2019 was an outstanding success with record numbers of Members in attendance. Almost 450 Members from across the UK attended the conference, which was held at the QEII Centre in Westminster, London on Thursday 17th January...
