Sales

Smart homes with high-tech features are becoming increasingly desirable among UK buyers. As a leading estate agent in Pontcanna and Llandaff, we at Fortis Estate Agents have noticed a growing trend among Cardiff buyers who are looking for homes with smart technology — including electric blinds.

In the UK, the school admission process involves a parent or caregiver having a permanent, valid address and many families will pre-empt this requirement by moving to improve their chances of getting a place at their favoured school.

If you’re searching for a home in Cardiff, particularly in sought-after areas like Pontcanna or Llandaff, you may have come across properties priced over £500,000 that require renovation. For many buyers, these “fixer-uppers” present a tempting opportunity: a chance to secure a home in a prime location and add significant value through refurbishment.

Selling a property in Cardiff — especially in sought-after areas like Llandaff and Pontcanna — is both an exciting opportunity and a significant undertaking.

New analysis has revealed an interesting shift in the purchasing habits of first-time buyers. Instead of buying a traditional starter home – a studio, a one-bedroom flat or a small terraced house – Barclays found a third of first-timer purchases are semi-detached homes.

For many homeowners in Llandaff, Pontcanna, and other sought-after Cardiff neighbourhoods, selling a home is an exciting step — but it can also be stressful. One of the biggest concerns for sellers is a delay in completion.

Earlier this year, Aviva published the results of its survey on how we use our garages. Of those UK garage owners questioned, 28% said they hardly ever used their garage to park their car. 

And just like that, the seasons have changed. Meteorological summer officially ended on 31st August and wet, windy weather moved in without hesitation. While we’re keeping everything crossed for a return to calmer, drier conditions, there’s no escaping that autumn is here.

Finding your dream home in Cardiff or the surrounding areas is a thrilling milestone — especially if you're investing in a premium property between £600,000 and £800,000. Once your offer has been accepted, the next step is to secure your new home quickly and smoothly.

If you’re a first-time buyer in Cardiff or the surrounding South Wales areas, you’ve probably started thinking about mortgages.

If the property isn’t your main home, you may be wondering whether Capital Gains Tax (CGT) applies to your sale.

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.