January, 2025
Preparing a home for sale is about creating a space that captures buyers’ attention and makes them feel at home. Staging effectively highlights a property’s potential and can be instrumental in achieving a faster sale. Here’s a...
December, 2024
Letting out a property comes with many responsibilities, and one of the most important is choosing the right tenant. While rushing through the process and filling a vacancy quickly may be tempting, failing to vet tenants properly can lead to...
November, 2024
Setting the right rental price is essential for landlords aiming to attract tenants while maximising income. Pricing too high results in long vacancies, while underpricing leaves you short of income. Balancing these factors ensures your property...
November, 2024
Upscale homes go beyond the price tag. They provide ultimate comfort, style, and privacy. Explore the unique features that define a high-end property and what makes it so desirable for buyers. Understand Its Definition What do you mean...
September, 2024
Do You Really Need a Letting Manager? Before diving into the benefits, let’s address whether you actually need a letting manager. If you’re a hands-on landlord with plenty of time to manage the property yourself, you might think...
September, 2024
The Role of Letting Agents: More Than Just Finding Tenants A good letting agent does more than just put your property on the market. They’re there to manage everything from start to finish, making the rental process as smooth as...
July, 2024
Managing a rental property can be a daunting task, especially for landlords with multiple properties or busy schedules. Hiring a letting manager can provide numerous benefits, making the property rental process smoother and more efficient. This...
June, 2024
Effectively handling tenant inquiries and offers is crucial for successful letting negotiations. A professional approach ensures that potential tenants have a positive experience, which can lead to successful agreements and long-term tenancy...
May, 2024
Navigating the world of negotiations can be a tricky endeavour. From setting the right rent to handling maintenance requests, landlords face various challenges that can complicate the process. Here’s a guide to overcoming some of the most...
January, 2024
Are you in the market to buy, sell, or rent a property? Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned real estate investor, or someone looking to lease a place, partnering with the right estate and letting agent can make all the difference....
January, 2024
If you own a property you're planning to rent out, you've likely realised that managing it alone can be daunting. From finding suitable tenants to handling maintenance requests and rent collection, the responsibilities can quickly pile up....
November, 2023
Buying a home is a significant milestone in anyone's life. It's a decision that comes with a mix of excitement and apprehension. To make sure your home-buying journey goes smoothly, it's essential to have a comprehensive checklist of critical...
October, 2023
In real estate, negotiation is an essential skill that profoundly impacts the outcome of a property transaction. Whether you're a buyer searching for your dream home or a seller hoping to maximise your property value, mastering the art of...
September, 2023
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also be complex and daunting. From finding the right property to securing a mortgage, there are quite a few steps in buying a house. To help you navigate this journey successfully,...
August, 2023
As a landlord in the dynamic UK rental market, your goal is to provide comfortable living spaces for your tenants and maximise your rental income. This requires a thoughtful approach considering various factors, from property location to tenant...
July, 2023
Buying a property is a significant milestone and a major financial decision for many individuals. The process can be exciting and overwhelming, whether it's your first home, an investment property, or a new business location. This guide will...
July, 2023
Purchasing a second property is an excellent opportunity to diversify your portfolio and generate additional income. However, buying a second property requires careful consideration and planning. To ensure a smooth and successful transaction,...
May, 2023
Buying your first property can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time. The process can be complicated, especially if unfamiliar with the real estate market. However, you can make sound decisions and avoid costly mistakes with the correct...
May, 2023
If you're thinking about renting a property or letting out your property, there are some things you need to know about the rental market. In this blog post, we'll discuss some key things you need to know about lettings and the rental market....
March, 2023
Buying a property is a major decision and a significant investment. For most people, it’s among the most significant decisions in their lifetime. While renting may seem like an attractive option, there are several reasons why buying a...
January, 2023
If you're thinking of buying or selling a home, you'll need to find a good real estate agent to help you through the process. But how can you tell if an agent is truly excellent? Here are some tips to help you find the best real estate agent....
December, 2022
Buying a house can be an overwhelming experience. If you’re planning to make this huge investment, you must make the right choice. It’s a personal decision that needs careful consideration. When choosing a property, you need to...
October, 2022
Buying a house is a decision that you should never take lightly. The process is complicated and often stressful if you’re not fully prepared. That’s why it is important to have a guide so you’ll have a seamless and...
October, 2022
Buying a property is a significant investment. If you want the purchase to be successful, you must ensure everything is done right from beginning to end. Here are some tips to help you navigate getting a home, from finding a property to closing...
August, 2022
When it comes to lettings in the UK, there are many essential terms one needs to keep track of. It can get a bit perplexing. We have compiled the following guide to help you navigate your way through it all. Agency Agreement Landlords...
July, 2022
Apart from the fact that it is a funny-sounding word, gazumping is an actual occurrence in real estate. It happens when the buyer places an offer to purchase a property from the seller. Still, at some point, the seller accepts a different offer...
June, 2022
As a house seller, the most important objective before you is to get the best price from the buyer. For this to happen, you need to understand the different types of buyers better, how to handle an offer and what to be mindful of. There are...
May, 2022
It is safe to say that the past few years have been a tumultuous time for the property market and it seems there are even more challenges lying ahead. There are a few forecasts that we can make about 2022, which estate agents will do well to...
April, 2022
When it comes to choosing an estate agent for your job, you have to take the task seriously. A good agent can make a world of difference in not just how quickly you seal a deal, but also how much you will end up paying and how stressful the...
March, 2022
There are many different types of landlords out there. Some of them like to invest their money in a property and then use it as a business by applying a hands-on approach. Others just want to keep a portfolio of properties without actually...
February, 2022
Estate agents make the life of anyone wishing to sell their home or perhaps find a new one a lot easier. If you are about to embark on any of these financial missions, or perhaps just want to know more about the work of an estate agent, you...
January, 2022
If there is one thing that Borehamwood is famous for, it is the reputation of the place as a film location. As such, it has always been a point of interest for many who pass by, and even those who choose to buy a home here. The town has more than...
June, 2020
Buying a new home can be exciting, but also quite challenging, especially if you encounter some problems along the way. Unfortunate as it may be, surveys conclude that 2 out of 3 people buying a new home actually face some problems in the...
June, 2020
When it comes to selling a home, you should know that it is often a matter of making the most money and taking your time to find the perfect buyer. There is no best-case scenario in which you will be selling the place quickly enough and making...
June, 2020
Buying your first home is probably among the most important decisions in life you will ever make. It goes without saying that investing the effort to make it right is of utmost importance, especially when you can make so many mistakes along the...
June, 2020
Before you sign with an estate agent to do what many believe to be one of the most important deals in your life – selling your home – you need to prepare with a list of a few clever questions to ask them. Only then will you know...
June, 2020
If you are in the process of looking to buy a new home, it won’t be long before you get a good hit. What follows next is viewing the property and accepting an offer. After that, it is time to turn your attention to getting a survey. Many...
June, 2020
As a buyer, you know you need to rely on a survey report, in order to proceed with the purchase. But once you get a bad report, you will instantly start getting cold feet about the property. It is not uncommon for the sale to fall through....
Amazing!!!
We have rented our property with open estates for 5 years now, they are truly the best! Everyone is always friendly and so helpful with everything from the day we moved in! Matt has especially...
Thank you very very much
Dear Laurie and Paul We know that this is belated but we just wanted to say a huge thank you in writing for all your hard work on our behalf in selling our property. We could not have hoped for a...
Sincere letter of recommendation
We live in Western Australia. Open Estates have managed the rental of our property in Borehamwood on our behalf and recently marketed the house and gained a successful and swift sale. We have...
Courteousness, patience and perseverance
Thank you Jonathan for your brilliant service in facilitating the sale of my flat. Valued well, and achieved sale immediately to full satisfaction. More importantly I am impressed with your...
I would highly recommend Open Estates
I would highly recommend Open Estates in Radlett and will definitely use them again. From start to finish they provide a professional service, there is always someone to take a call and explain...
Excellent results
Thank you very much for your hard work and help with the sale of our property. You succeeded where everyone else failed. We will certainly recommend you and Open Estates for excellent results and...
You are superstars
Thank you for your amazing professionalism, courtesy and competence. We are so grateful for you help and support and value everything you have done. Open Estates you are superstars.
Overwhelmed by their care and assistance throughout
My dear Jonathan I would like to compliment you and your team for a speedy and hassle-free rental. Both your colleagues, Matthew and Simon were attentive and professional to my every need and I...
Integrity and diplomacy
I just wanted to say thank you for everything that you have done to ensure that the sale of Nightingale Close went through. Your integrity and diplomacy were certainly put to the test and your...
Wealth of experience
I want to thank the whole team at Open Estates for their professional, personal and friendly service. Their knowledge of the area (Borehamwood) and wealth of experience really helped make the sale...
