Hawes & Co blog

Buying a house is a big commitment, one you will probably spend years saving for. To help you be prepared, we’ve compiled a quick list of costs you might encounter when buying your new home.

We've compiled a list of reasons why February is one of the best months to sell your house.

We’ve put together a list of safety checks and risks you should look out for to make sure your home is as safe from fire as it can be.

Selling your home is one of the biggest commitments you will make. In this article, we'll explore the reasons why it's more important than ever to have an expert agent in your corner.

As a homeowner, there are lots of upgrades you can make to add value to your home. We run through the projects both large and small that could up the price of your property.

To help make the downsizing process easier, we’ve collected a list of things to think about before making the decision to downsize your home.

As life changes and evolves, so does our living space. What was right for you ten or twenty years ago may not be the right fit now as you get older and your lifestyle shifts. If you’re reaching this point, you might want to consider downsizing your property.

To help make your pricing decision easier, we’ve compiled a list of tips that can help make sure that you set an accurate, realistic selling price and get your home sold as quickly as possible.

With the current cost-of-living crisis and ongoing climate concerns, having an energy efficient home is a big priority for buyers. Here’s a list of things you can do to make your home more green, from small jobs to big projects.

After the lull of Christmas, January is one of the busiest times of year for property sales. Many buyers take the new year as an opportunity to look for a new home. If you want to get on top of the renewed buyer interest and get your home sold quickly, it’s vital that you list your property as early as you can in the new year to take advantage.

While the property market tends to slow down in December, it picks right back up in January, one of the biggest selling months of the year. This just means that you need to make sure that your property is in the best position to grab the attention of any potential buyers.

With the recent dreaded rise in energy bills, many of us are looking for ways to save by making our homes more energy efficient, especially as the temperature drops. Take a look at our top tips for making your home more energy efficient.