An area guide to Wrexham
Wrexham’s location in North East Wales means it provides a perfect mix of scenic open space and great convenience for commuters. In this Wrexham guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the town, where to live and how much it costs to buy a property. We’ll also highlight Wrexham’s best schools, pubs […]
An area guide to Liverpool City Centre
Liverpool is a city with a rich history and vibrant culture. It’s also home to some incredible properties and remains a largely affordable place to buy and rent. In this Liverpool guide, we’ll reveal everything you need to know about living in the city centre, including the kinds of properties you’ll find and how much […]
An area guide to Doncaster
Doncaster is perfectly located for buyers and renters who are seeking a great mix of urban convenience and rural charm. In this guide to Doncaster, we reveal everything you need to know about the town, from the cost of property to buy and rent to schools, pubs and things to do. Where is Doncaster? Doncaster […]
5 top tips to take professional photos of your home
if you want to take the kind of property pictures that will see potential buyers racing to view your home, you’ll need a bit more than just a smartphone and some selfie skills. Here are Whitegates’ top tips for taking top quality, professional standard ph
Why the Big Boxing Day Bounce is Great News for Home Sellers
In this two-minute read, we unwrap the staggering statistics and reasons which make Boxing Day more than just a time for food, family and friends.
Great winter property maintenance tips for your home
With summer having turned into autumn in the blink of an eye, it’s time for landlords and homeowners to turn their attentions to some pre-Christmas property maintenance. Here are our five top tips for making sure your property is protected this winter…
Thinking of renting out your home? Here’s what you need to do…
Before you rent out your home there are a host of things you need to do. Check out our guide below which details everything you’ll need to do before letting out your home…
Guide to broadband and moving home
Moving home is stressful enough without having to contend being without internet. Fortunately, with a little planning and this guide from Broadband Genie, you could move home and have your broadband installed at the same time. How good is that!
Why Yorkshire remains one of the UK’s property investment hot spots
While the UK’s property market has generally stagnated since the 2016 EU referendum, Yorkshire has been quietly going about its business on an upward trajectory. Take a look at our guide to Yorkshire’s best investment opportunities…
Five things landlords need to know in 2019
After changes to taxation rules and energy performance standards in recent years, 2019 is looking like another year of adaptation for landlords. Here are five things Whitegates thinks should be on your radar as we move through 2019…
Searching for a new home? 9 great tips for buyers
It’s hard to know where to start searching for a new home as an experienced buyer, let alone someone aiming to get on the first rung of the property ladder. Take a look at our top search tips for buyers below, which can help when planning your next move..
The ban on tenant fees is coming: How it could affect landlords and tenants
There was big news last week that could affect landlords and tenants across the country. Yes, the long-awaited ban on tenant fees is coming into force on June 1 this year. But how will it actually affect landlords and tenants? Whitegates has the answers..
