Posted: 13 September 2018 by Higgins Homes
Part of the London commuter belt, Chelmsford in Essex is a fantastic family-friendly location with a wealth of activities on offer. Whether you have small children or teenagers, the range of family days will keep everyone entertained.
Posted: 30 August 2018 by Higgins Homes
Five miles east of the City of London and located in one of the most vibrant parts of the Capital, the London Borough of Newham has a lot to offer those looking for a location to live.
Posted: 22 August 2018 by Higgins Homes
Schools are always a major consideration when it comes to moving. If you’re looking at the Chelmsford area – and, in particular, the Higgins Homes Parva Green development – then you’ll have plenty of options in the near vicinity when it comes to schools. These are some of the best schools in the area for children of both primary and secondary school age.
Posted: 30 July 2018 by Higgins Homes
Are you considering relocating to or within London, but aren’t sure which area will offer your children the best start in life? We’ve compiled this guide to 14 of the very best primary and secondary schools this vibrant part of the Capital has to offer.
Posted: 23 April 2018 by Higgins Homes
Hoxton is without a doubt one of London’s coolest areas. It has a vibrant local community, drawn from a mix of backgrounds and demographics, and is home to some of the most exciting new openings in terms of restaurants and bars. But what really makes Hoxton such an up and coming part of London to live in?
Posted: 3 January 2018 by Higgins Homes
London remains the most popular spot in the country for living, whether you’re beginning a job for the first time or starting a family. It’s a wonderful melting pot of culture, history, opportunity and entertainment with a wide range of fantastic areas to live.
Posted: 20 December 2017 by Higgins Homes
Location, location, location – for many people, when it comes to buying property, that’s what it’s all about.
Posted: 19 June 2016 by Higgins Homes
Does your home need a spring clean? Follow our top home hacks here:
Posted: 12 May 2016 by Higgins Homes
Thinking of using the Help to buy scheme? You might want to read this...
Posted: 28 April 2016 by Higgins Homes
Are you on the hunt for a new home in London?
Posted: 8 April 2016 by Higgins Homes
Clissold Quarter is positioned in one of London’s most exciting residential areas: Stoke Newington. Renowned for its local population of artists, professionals and young families, there is a lively community here with a bit more personality that many other areas of the Capital that have been given the ‘hipster’ tag.
Posted: 14 February 2016 by Higgins Homes
‘Decluttering’ is a word that is often met with an eye roll of the ‘as if I have time for that’ variety. However, rather than adding another thing to your To Do list, decluttering can be easily incorporated into your daily routines and can have a great impact...
Posted: 1 February 2016 by Higgins Homes
Flowers are the ultimate interiors accessory – available in an enormously broad range of colours, shapes and themes and changing with the seasons.
Posted: 7 December 2015 by Higgins Homes
Decking the halls comes once a year, so make sure you tick off all these Christmas accessory must haves!
Posted: 28 November 2015 by Higgins Homes
The festive season has begun and the calendar of events now on in London will take us joyfully through right to the start of 2016.
Posted: 2 October 2015 by Higgins Homes
The leaves are turning and the nights are drawing in. Autumn is on its way along with a whole host of things to see and do around the nation’s capital...
Posted: 19 August 2015 by Higgins Homes
Looking to convert a room into an office? Take a look at our top tips for a unique working space.
Posted: 7 August 2015 by Higgins Homes
A spare room can host many opportunities, but which one is right for you?
Posted: 31 July 2015 by Higgins Homes
Maybe it's time to add a few summer touches to your home
Posted: 24 July 2015 by Higgins Homes
Thinking of revamping your kitchen? Find out which styles are in trend for 2015
Posted: 17 July 2015 by Higgins Homes
Unsure if you should be living in the heart of it all or in the relaxed suburbs?
Posted: 10 July 2015 by Higgins Homes
Moving house can be stressful, make sure you follow our ultimate moving guide!
Posted: 6 July 2015 by Higgins Homes
Wondering if it's the right time to move house? Take a look at our top tips to help you decide...
Posted: 30 June 2015 by Higgins Homes
Whether you're new to the city or just looking for something fun to do this weekend, we've got your summer fun covered!
Posted: 24 June 2015 by Higgins Homes
Small spaces don't have to feel claustrophobic. Make the most of your outdoor space with our top tips!
Posted: 19 June 2015 by Higgins Homes
Why waste a beautiful space with dull tones? Here's seven ways to make your home feel brighter and lighter
Posted: 3 June 2015 by Higgins Homes
Thinking about moving to Islington? Check out our guide to the area...
Posted: 1 June 2015 by Higgins Homes
With the cost of living on the up, here's some quick and easy ways to save money on your energy outgoings.
Posted: 29 April 2015 by Higgins Homes
Home equity is something that people seem to find confusing but it’s actually very simple. Basically, the equity is the part of your home that you own. So this is the amount of your deposit and the extent of the mortgage that you have paid off.
Posted: 22 April 2015 by Higgins Homes
The sun is out, the sky is blue – there’s still a little bit of a chill in the air but there’s no questioning the fact that spring has definitely sprung. At this time of year it’s traditional to give your home a good spring clean, to clear out all the dust and darkness of winter and throw open the windows to the (hopefully) warmer weather.
Posted: 3 April 2015 by Higgins Homes
As many of us discover year after year, interior design is actually not as easy as it looks. One of the most difficult elements to get right is the art you choose for your walls – you might intend it to be a striking feature but so often it can feel out of place or just ‘not right’.
Posted: 30 March 2015 by Higgins Homes
Summer is just around the corner now – the days are longer and brighter and you can feel the warmth in the air. That means a spring clean of your home and perhaps of your décor too. If you want to give your interiors a lift for summer then here are a few tips on how to do it...
Posted: 17 March 2015 by Higgins Homes
There has been a big trend for neutral colours and minimal design in recent times – which can be helpful if you’re looking to sell your house or you want a change from previously bold décor – but it feels like many of us have forgotten the value of the feature.
Posted: 26 February 2015 by Higgins Homes
No matter how much you want to avoid it, moving day always tends to be a bit of a rush with a million things happening at once and two processes to consider moving out of one property and moving into another. In order to help you keep track of everything we've got 10 steps you can follow to help keep your move out on track
Posted: 22 February 2015 by Higgins Homes
So, you've completed the move out process but now, before you can really start to settle into your new place, you've got to get through the moving in too.
Posted: 18 February 2015 by Higgins Homes
The house buying process can be something of a mystery to those who are new to it - and even if you've done it before it's often such a rush that you may not be able to remember what's involved. To help you navigate the sometimes choppy waters of buying a home in the UK, here is a quick guide to the process.
Posted: 14 February 2015 by Higgins Homes
When you have an entire home to move from one property to another, packing can feel like a momentous task. We've listed below the basics for getting your packing spot on, as well as a few expert tips to save you time and stress.
Posted: 10 February 2015 by Higgins Homes
As we're now well into 2015, if this is the year that you've decided you want to become a home owner, then we have some fantastic tips for helping you to get to grips with the UK property market this year.
Posted: 3 February 2015 by Higgins Homes
There's no doubt about it, the days are getting longer, the mornings are getting lighter and there have even been a few days recently when there has been a definite sense of warmth in the air.
Posted: 29 January 2015 by Higgins Homes
With the recession finally beginning to ease off a little and banks lending again, the time is ripe for young buyers to part with their hard-earned deposit in exchange for their first abode.
Posted: 24 January 2015 by Higgins Homes
Gardens are wonderful things to have and offer beauty all year round, just so long as they are taken care of. Winter may seem harsh but it has its benefits and is a great opportunity to clear away the remnants of autumn and create sanctuaries for wildlife. Here are a few ways to ensure your personal green space is well maintained throughout the winter months and ready to blossom again come spring.
Posted: 21 January 2015 by Higgins Homes
Here's our alphabet of property terminology
Posted: 13 January 2015 by Higgins Homes
Perhaps the biggest recent change to the UK property market has been the stamp duty reform that took place in December last year.
Posted: 9 December 2014 by Higgins Homes
It might have been an unseasonably warm autumn but winter is finally here and that means the evenings are getting darker and the days are getting colder. For most of us there’s a temptation to crank up the heating and face high fuel bills as a result. However, it doesn’t have to be like this.
Posted: 3 November 2014 by Higgins Homes
Read through our quick and easy tips to improving your homes interior.
Posted: 29 October 2014 by Higgins Homes
While there is truth in the old adage 'don't judge a book by its cover', there is also a lot to be said for first impressions. Which is why taking good care of your home's exterior is just as important as its interior. Here are some simple ways to improve your curb appeal aesthetically, financially and practically.
Posted: 18 August 2014 by Higgins Homes
When it comes to obtaining a mortgage, particularly if you haven't gone through the process before, it can be intimidating and confusing. There are so many different mortgages to consider, as well as numerous variables from your deposit amount to your credit score that it's hard to get a clear idea of what steps to take next. With that in mind, below are some good, solid tips on getting a mortgage and making sure that it's the right one for you.
Posted: 12 August 2014 by Higgins Homes
There's a whole world of detail to get your head around when you're buying a home, whether it's your first, second - or fifth! From the area, to the property itself there's so much to remember that you might feel like you're drowning in a sea of variables after a while.
Posted: 28 July 2014 by Higgins Homes
Overly ambitious DIY has been the cause of many an argument sometimes we just can't see past the desire to 'fix stuff' and identify our own limits. To give you a few hints (without bruising any egos), here are a few of the challenges many homes face, as well as our take on whether you should get out your hammer or call in the professionals.
Posted: 24 July 2014 by Higgins Homes
Selling your home is a huge commitment and so can often seem like a daunting prospect. However, as with many things in life, a little preparation and organisation can go a long way into making the whole thing more manageable and far less stressful.
Posted: 23 June 2014 by Higgins Homes
The best time to sell a home is obviously the period in which there are the most buyers undertaking a property search in the UK. However, this is often difficult to ascertain and so, in general, most property experts will confirm that, in terms of seasons, the period between spring and early summer beats just about every other time of year.
Posted: 29 April 2014 by Higgins Homes
When you're in the midst of a property search in the UK the options are usually split into two you can either invest in a renovation project that you have to finish off yourself or buy a new build that you can move straight into.
Posted: 14 April 2014 by Higgins Homes
It is no secret that first-time buyers have been hit hard by a recession that stopped banks from lending and companies from hiring. As house prices fell, the cost of the deposits went up and the fight for getting a decent mortgage on a first property has proved near on impossible. There are however, many ways in which buyers can save up that all-important deposit, without being on a generous salary or asking the parents to help out.
Posted: 2 April 2014 by Higgins Homes
When the time comes to put your home on the market, there are a few things worth taking into consideration before you end up making mistakes that are all-too common and easily avoided. Selling your home is a commitment, and one that should be taken seriously since it involves a lot of money changing hands as well as a few emotional decisions.
Posted: 17 January 2014 by Higgins Homes
Everyone has their own tick-list of what they want their ideal home to have, but when you are buying a new property specifically so you can expand your family, certain things once regarded as luxuries quickly become necessities. Likewise, the contrary is also true.
Posted: 22 December 2013 by Higgins Homes
It is a universally understood fact that moving house is stressful at the best of times. There are however, ways to make this process an easier one, including choosing the right time to do it. In short, there is no simple answer as to when you should move everyone's circumstances are different. But a little common sense can go a long way into helping you decide on a date.
Posted: 24 October 2013 by Higgins Homes
The greatest issue with the future is that it cannot be predicted. We can however, make educated guesses as to which elements are more subject to change than others, and in what way. Accounting for probable changes when designing and building a home can only ever be a good thing, as prevention is no doubt better than cure in any circumstance.
Posted: 5 September 2013 by Higgins Homes
Days off are a precious commodity to say the least. Yet after working so many hours week after week, our usual response to the word 'holiday' is to get as far away from home as possible. But what if you were to use that time to actually enjoy the space you worked so hard to have?
Posted: 26 July 2013 by Higgins Homes
Buy to let is an exciting place to be right now and for those with the funds to finance a property purchase like this, it's a great time to do it. In Part 1 of this blog we looked at the basic considerations for taking those first steps into buy to let. In Part 2 we're getting down to the details
Posted: 19 July 2013 by Higgins Homes
Whilst it may not have the same explosive allure as during the original boom, buy to let remains a great investment for those who are in a position to put together a deposit and obtain a mortgage.
Posted: 18 June 2013 by Higgins Homes
With the UK's cities becoming increasingly overcrowded we are all living in closer quarters than we used to. But have you ever thought about the way you come across to those who live on the other side of your four walls?
Posted: 12 June 2013 by Higgins Homes
Moving in with the one you love is a time for great celebration, but it's also one of those steps that can be fraught with potential issues. So how do you make sure that once you move in together you don't end up moving out separately?
Posted: 18 March 2013 by Higgins Homes
The housing market is not an easy place to be at the moment and above and beyond the difficulties many people are having getting a mortgage or raising a deposit, there are all sorts of pitfalls out there awaiting the unwary buyer, from subsidence, to crumbling walls and bad plumbing.
Posted: 20 February 2013 by Higgins Homes
With house prices at eye wateringly high levels and mortgages hard to come by, it's not the best time to be a first-time buyer. Getting a foot on a rung of the property ladder is tough for those without the spare income to save for a deposit, or the family help that many have in funding the first property purchase. However, all is not lost as the Government has made a commitment to helping first-time buyers get started in the form of the NewBuy scheme.
Posted: 27 November 2012 by Higgins Homes
Moving house can be a very demanding time for anyone. In order to minimise stress it will help you to plan ahead. Here are some helpful tips to try and make the whole process easier.
Posted: 23 August 2012 by Higgins Homes
Part-exchange is a concept that's been around for decades but experience has it that not many prospective buyers are sure of how this arrangement could work for them. Quite simply, part-exchange is a nifty agreement between Higgins Homes and you that could secure you a hassle-free sale to get you into one of our fabulous new developments.
Posted: 1 August 2012 by Higgins Homes
House-hunting is a minefield of a journey, especially for first-time buyers, with so many factors to take into consideration before making the final decision. Choosing the right property for you is more than just pre-planning the wallpaper and the wrong choice could leave you spending more rather than less, a no-no for those wanting to stay within their budget.
