
Building and contents insurance: A guide for landlords
One key thing you must remember when letting out a property is to take out landlord insurance. Failing to do so could mean huge costs if something goes wrong...
One key thing you must remember when letting out a property is to take out landlord insurance. Failing to do so could mean huge costs if something goes wrong...
Great properties, high employment and brilliant transport links mean Reading is highly sought-after by buyers. We've taken a look at some of the best houses to buy in Reading at the moment and drawn a list of our top-five favourites...
Swindon is great for property hunters, with its mix of period and modern homes, great commuter links and well-priced homes. Take a look at why we think Swindon is a great place to live...
The process of purchasing a property can be daunting and filled with unknowns. We have put together a guide that explains the process in detail, as well as letting you know what to expect along the way...
Reading has long been lauded for its easy access to London for commuters and vibrant employment status in its own right. But what else makes Reading so brilliant? Parkers has run the rule over this Berkshire gem...
Buying a property for the first time can be as stressful as it is exciting. Here, Parkers has outlined everything you need to know about stamp duty for first-first time buyers, including how it's calculated.
If you are a landlord, or thinking of becoming one, working out your rental yield is crucial to knowing how profitable your buy-to-let property is. But how do you work out rental yield? Parkers has the answers...
While renting from a private landlord currently might save you some pennies on fees, the accountability and standards that frame a good lettings agent's work are priceless. Here are 7 reasons why using an agent to rent your next property is a good idea
It was confirmed last week that the ban on tenant fees would come into force in June. The new legislation will impact landlords, tenants and lettings agents, so here is the Parkers verdict on what we can expect from the tenant fees ban...
All homes are individual but that doesn't mean there aren't a host of common mistakes made by people selling their properties. Here are the most common mistakes we see from sellers here at Parkers...
On January 18th 1999 Parkers Tilehurst franchise owner Bruce Taylor celebrates 20 years with the brand. In 20 years Bruce has seen many changes in the industry, here we take a trip down memory lane and find out his thoughts on the future of estate agency.
One of the biggest mistakes buyers make is failing to consider all fees and charges when budgeting for a property purchase. Here are six fees you will have to pay when buying a home...