The Charles Knight Blog

Buying and selling a house can be a very stressful time. This is particularly true when you are in a chain. A chain is where there are a number of different buyers and sellers all buying one property and selling their own. At one...

The first question you’ll ask yourself when planning to buy a home is what amount of deposit do you need to save? The basic rule to understand is that the more deposit you have the better mortgage deal you’re going to get....

If you think that all the house sale deals go through, then you are wrong. Yes, you may come into a common understanding with a potential home buyer, but until that contract is closed, it is not a complete deal. There are several...

Finding the right estate agent can be hard, but with a few small tips, you can make sure you get it right the first time, and are on your way to selling your home quickly. To select what works for you, a real estate agent needs to...

In the course of house hunting, many buyers are often torn between buying a new, modern, or even a historic home. Are you looking forward to purchasing a historic home? Well, this article may help you significantly in making an...

It might seem impossible, but there are ways to help you pay your mortgage off earlier than planned. Being mortgage free faster is something many of us only dream of, but it may be easier to do than you think and can save you...

Everyone is looking for their dream home where they can sit, relax and make memories. The average person can’t afford to fully fund their dream home with their own money, which is where a loan from a bank, mortgage company or...

Tenants move out of their current rental due to various reasons. Some of these reasons are out of their control, while others are a matter of personal preference. Here are five of the most common reasons why renters choose to move...

Being proactive means thinking and acting ahead. Not only is it a great method for avoiding more work down later on, it can also be extremely important for averting problems. To be proactive, you need to start taking action,...

These are two schemes that are aimed at helping people get onto the property ladder. They are available to those that would not otherwise be able to purchase a house on the open market. However, many people get confused about the...