The Leslie & Co blog

In this article, we’ll look at what the latest Bank Rate reduction means for buyers and movers. And we’ll ask whether it could be a good time to make your move. What has happened to interest rates? At their latest meeting, the...

Here are some home truths about property overvaluations that you must read if you're thinking about listing your property. If it's too good to be true…well, you know how the rest of the saying goes. In fact, you've probably used...

Even good landlords with good tenants sometimes receive complaints. Here are some top tips for handling any complaints you might receive quickly and easily. What do tenants complain about most? According to the National...

Afternoon Tea Week runs from 11 to 17 August this year. What more of an excuse do you need to enjoy this great British tradition? Here are a few tips to make your afternoon tea extra special. Make it yourself, make it local...

The Government has recently announced a new mortgage guarantee scheme. Here we’ll explain how it works and what it might mean for the property market. What is the new Mortgage Guarantee Scheme? The Mortgage Guarantee Scheme is...

A new survey pours cold water on the claim that landlords are abandoning the private rental sector in droves. The press loves a dramatic headline, don’t they? Back in December, one national newspaper ran this thundering warning:...

It’s still not too late to book a summer holiday. And if you try these three tips, it needn’t break the bank either. Swerve the school holidays Everybody knows prices plummet if you can travel outside peak school holiday...

Unattractive or poorly maintained neighbouring properties can slash the selling price of a home by an average of £42,880, according to Churchill Home Insurance. The biggest value losers are rubbish in the front garden (a possible...

How often do you test your smoke alarm? If you're like most Brits, the answer is probably not regularly enough. House fires can be devastating, destroying property and in some cases even causing loss of life. However, many people...

Survive the summer holidays and the challenge of keeping children entertained with these fun activities that don’t cost the earth. I’m bored! Two words you’re bound to hear over the next few weeks if you have school-aged...