The Burton James Blog

I could begin with the classic notion of the new year as a time for fresh starts, resolutions, and big life decisions...but let’s be honest – how many times have you read or heard that so far this year? Dragging out that tired...

It’s a truth universally known, that when it comes to buying and selling houses - timing is everything. And for those of you waiting patiently in the wings, watching the housing market merry-go-round of rising and falling...

There’s a common myth that the housing market, like hibernating bears or sleepy butterflies, takes a long winter’s nap. But this idea is far from the truth. In fact, for the savvy seller, the winter months can be a prime time...

There is always ‘the moment’ – usually somewhere between mid-September and mid-October – where summer’s memory fades and all eyes turn to the oncoming winter months. And, if we’re totally honest, there’s a comfort in...

How Today’s Budget and Possible Rate Cuts Could Shape the Property Market Today’s budget has introduced some notable changes that will likely impact the UK property market, particularly affecting landlords, first-time buyers,...

Four simple tips to prepare for a viewing Congratulations! You’re well on the way to selling your home. You’ve chosen your agent, crossed the ‘t’s and dotted the ‘i’s on all the paperwork and your home is officially on...

“Should we sell our home?” What may sound like a simple ponderance is actually the first domino in a series of important flow diagram questions that will, hopefully, lead you to a satisfying sale and the purchase of your...

Home Décor Disasters That Stop Your Home From Selling - Top Ten Buyer Turn-Offs in 2024 Although your home can’t be all things to all people, the aim, when marketing your home, is to appeal to each and every potential buyer....

When selling your home, the goal is to attract plenty of interest, which in turn leads to a diary packed full of viewings. But a constant stream of viewers parading over your freshly vacuumed carpets with no offers in sight can be...

If you’ve ever been picked last for a school team, ‘missed’ out of the family WhatsApp chat, or have waited interminable hours in an online queue to book tickets for a once-in-a-lifetime gig, only to keep getting booted back...