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Welcome to the Hawes & Co blog. Here we share property news, and informative articles as well as the latest community news from our branches.

Why you should sell your house in September
August 8th 2022
September is a great time to put your home on the market, showing it off at its best! With long days and light nights, summer isn't over yet. Here are our top 5 reasons why you should sell in September. 
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Garden
August 8th 2022
Gardens are at the top of many home buyers’ wish lists, especially after the restrictions imposed by the pandemic which made many of us realise the value of outdoor space, no matter how small.
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Local estate agent vs online agent
August 3rd 2022
Wondering what's the best way to sell your property and confused about the difference between traditional local estate agents and online agents? Find out more with our helpful summary
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Property title fraud
March 24th 2022
Property title fraud – could it happen to you?  If you're a homeowner find out how to protect yourself from your property being sold to someone else without your knowledge or permission.
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Should I move or improve?
March 21st 2022
Move or Improve? Have you outgrown your current home, but are not sure whether you should move or improve?
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Compulsory material information on property listings
March 4th 2022
Trading Standards and the government have jointly announced compulsory material information which must appear on property listings. A property's council tax band or rate (for lettings and sales) and the property price and tenure information (for sales) must be included on all property listings by 31st May 2022.
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Finding a conveyancer
February 24th 2022
Find out what a conveyancer does and how they are involved in the process of buying a house.
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How to choose an estate agent to sell your home
February 24th 2022
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?
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Virtual property tours from your sofa
December 17th 2021
Virtual property viewings are an easy, convenient and safe way to view a property for homebuyers, sellers, tenants and landlords. Hawes & Co partners with Matterport to offer virtual property tours which include 3D floorplans.
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Step by Step guide to Selling Home
November 9th 2021
You’ve decided to sell your home. There are a lot of things to think about which can seem overwhelming. Our step by step guide below covers everything you need to do.
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Two people looking at a phone
November 9th 2021
Find out about the different property valuation options available before you sell your home.
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Preparing house for sale
November 9th 2021
First impressions are important right? Follow our top tips below to help you get your home ready to sell.
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