Intercounty blog

Choosing an estate agent to sell or rent out your home can be a daunting task. Do you have recommendations from friends of family? Should you rely on online reviews? Choose the agent with the most sales boards visible? Or choose the estate agent who offers the cheapest service?

We are still early in 2022 that people are keen to look ahead, and see what is likely to unfold over the course of the year.

One of the most commonly asked questions for an estate agent is whether the homeowner should conduct the viewing.

While there is a lot of information regarding the cost of buying a home, there is not a lot said about the cost of selling your home. It is natural to think that as you are selling your property, money will flow towards you, or at least be paid for the ownership of your home.

When it comes to buyer behaviour in the housing market, there is no denying the importance of open spaces, and having the ability to get out and about.

When it comes to making the most of 2022, it is perfectly natural people will look to make some changes. If you are keen to move home soon, you need to consider a lot of factors.

If you're thinking of making a change and moving in the Hertfordshire area, Sawbridgeworth could be the perfect place for you to buy a property.

Find out more about living in Harlow, Essex. With a range of property types, close to the Essex countryside, and easy travel to and from London. 

If you are planning to move home in 2022, you want to find a great place to move to.

It is important for landlords to consider what sort of tenant they want, and how long they want the tenant staying with them. This is often a personal choice for landlords to make, but there is a lot to be said for having tenants who are happy to stay with you for a longer period of time.

At Intercounty, we care about the local property market in Chelmsford, and we stay in touch with what is happening nationally. There is no denying there is a shortfall in the supply of property right now, and this is having a major impact on the housing market.

According to a recent study carried out by online claims management company, Veriwise, 30% of the most serious tenant complaints relate to the misuse of a deposit. Around 25% of clients are unsure if or indeed where, their deposit is protected. 21% of complaints made to the company relate to damp and mould.