Intercounty blog

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.

A new study carried out by the National Residential Landlords Association found that 57% of landlords stated that demand for rental accommodation increased in the third quarter of 2021. Only 39% of landlords found that there had been an increase in the second quarter of this year, so it is positive to see this movement in the market.

Take your home to property buyers safely and quickly. At Intercounty we offer virtual tours which include 3D floorplans and video tours for our properties. 

A lot of property owners carried out home improvement projects during the various lockdowns we have endured in recent years. It turns out, according to a new study carried out by GoCompare Home Insurance that this work might have led to a positive outcome for many homeowners.

Some good news for property buyers, and in turn property owners looking to sell their home, is that there is more choice in the market. According to Moneyfacts, there is more choice in the mortgage market now than there has been since 2008.