17 pieces of property jargon - Explained!
Buying, renting, being a landlord all come with their own set of rules and language. Come jargon-busting with us as we take a look at the most common words and phrases in property.
The importance of professional photography for property marketing
we have teamed up with a fabulous agency of photographers who are members of the Royal Photographic Society and qualified to provide 3D Matterport scans. They are all RICS certified property measures and trained domestic energy assessors. We are delighted to be the only agency in South Wales offering this unique service, and we have plenty of reasons to shout about it from the rooftops! Have a read of our case studies >
What is curb appeal, and how does it make for an easier sale?
First impressions are everything. From companies you want to buy from to making friends. That first 30 seconds can determine a lot. If you apply that same logic to house buying or renting you can see how a property making a good first impression is really important.
The upside to downsizing: what’s the appeal for the over 70s?
The pandemic has caused many people to evaluate their living situation, and has led to the realisation for many over 70s that their home is no longer manageable, prompting more people to downsize.
Our Charity Efforts are Awarded
The Dawsons team have always considered our corporate social responsibility as a very high priority and fundraising for local and national charities is always on the agenda so it was an absolute honour to bag a National Fundraising Award!
Winter is Coming - 5 Top tips for Property Maintenance
Although the UK has relatively mild winter months in the later part of the year, trying to fix a leaky roof in the wind and rain is not a job that’s high on our list. (Or high on the list of most contractors!) So it’s a good idea to start your preparations now so that when the rain rolls in, you can be snug and warm inside. So what do you need to prepare? So whether you’re renting or own your own home, here are 5 things we think should be top of your list!
National recognition at prestigious awards
Dawsons Property has attained the high standards necessary to be awarded the property industry’s most prestigious mark of excellence by winning gold for both sales and lettings for the 3rd year in a row.
8 top tips for relocating
Moving house can be stressful at the best of times, but what about when you are relocating to a new place. How do you make arriving at a brand new location and moving house less of a task? Here are 8 top tips on just how to do that
Gas safety week 2021: Gas safety for landlords
This year it’s the 11th annual Gas Safety Week coordinated by Gas Safe Register. It’s a whole week dedicated to informing the public of the importance of having their gas appliances checked. When it comes to being a landlord, there are obligations that need to be met in order to ensure the safety of your tenants.
How to carry out a cost-effective home renovation project
Whether you’re purchasing a property to do up, or turning your current property into your dream home, home renovation can be a costly exercise, but it doesn’t need to be. Here are our top tips for keeping costs from spiralling.