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Understanding what buyers want can give you the edge in today’s competitive property market — especially if you’re targeting the high-value property sector.

When it comes to selling or letting a property in Cardiff, one of the most common goals for homeowners and landlords is to make their home appear lighter, brighter, and more spacious.

Although Labour has long been associated with better rights for renters, it recently showed that it is equally as committed to promoting homeownership. A raft of financial reforms designed to help mortgage borrowers, which will apply across the UK, were announced in July.

If you're moving to Cardiff and have children, finding the best schools in Cardiff is likely high on your priority list.

Selling a property can be a very confusing and lengthy process but having a good solicitor or conveyancer will help it to run as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

Here is an easy step by step guide to the whole conveyancing process.

The aroma is a huge part of the overall feel of your home in Cardiff. Capturing the perfect scent for each room will help elevate the space and can dramatically transform your property.

While candles are great; you should consider other ways of injecting fragrance into each room. Linen sprays and oil reed diffusers are an easy way to infuse refined scents, reducing the need to have candles constantly burning.

Competitive pricing is the story of the summer. The theme was highlighted in Rightmove’s latest House Price Index, with asking prices dropping 1.2% in July to an average of £373,709. This adjustment reflects the improved supply of properties for sale.

If you want to extend your property in Cardiff, how much do you pay in architect’s fees? Good question! That’s why the team at Fortis has done the research for you, and can now bring you the information you need.

Earlier this year, it became apparent that home buyers aren’t that fussed about finding the ‘perfect’ property. A Rightmove survey of 34,000 home movers found 73% of those leaving rented accommodation viewed fixer uppers as a more affordable route to property ownership. Additionally, 73% of existing homeowners wanted to buy a property that needed work in order to create their dream home.

You’ve found the perfect property in Cardiff or the surrounding area — perhaps a modern home in Lisvane, a period property in Pontcanna, or a waterfront apartment in Penarth.

Selling your home in Cardiff or the surrounding areas can feel overwhelming — especially if you’re trying to stand out in the competitive high-end property market.

If you want to sell a property during a fixed-term tenancy, you don’t have to wait until the agreement ends before going to market. 

Selling a property with sitting tenants is often an excellent opportunity for landlords – and a very attractive sale for some buyers. But, alongside the pros, there are some cons to consider as well.