When you’re considering putting your house on the market for sale and talking to estate agents, you’ll likely be looking over and potentially signing estate agent contracts. From the types of contracts estate agents use to the fee agreements and what happens when you want to terminate a contract, our blog shares what you need to…
Thinking of selling? As seasoned estate agents we highlight the most common mistakes to avoid when selling your house. One of the key aspects of ensuring a smooth and successful transaction is being aware of the potential pitfalls that can arise during the process. From the advertised price to the marketing and who a seller chooses…
SUMMER 2023 ISSUE 7 Horton and Garton Estate Agents Reflecting on the first half of the year, 2023 has so far delivered both challenges and opportunities for those making and acting on their property plans. The UK property market is complex and constantly changing, impacted by various factors such as economic conditions, government policies, and…
Landlords might be keen to understand what the Renters’ (Reform) Bill is and how it will affect them, if and when it comes into force. These changes will have impact on landlords, tenants and letting agents so it’s useful to have a better understanding of what has been included, and what we know so far. Header photo…
Those thinking of moving who are beginning to wonder about the current value of their home, or those looking to buy thinking of future resale values might wonder about the factors that affect property prices. The West London property market is a complex and ever-changing landscape, influenced by a range of factors. Understanding these factors is…
The process of buying a property, regardless of how many times you’ve bought before, can sometimes be both exciting and daunting, and at times a little confusing. Buying a property is a significant financial decision that requires careful consideration, planning and research. The process of buying a property usually takes 6-10 weeks, but in rare instances…
Horton and Garton is an independent, family-run West London estate and given the name, most would assume that John Horton might have had some involvement in getting the agency started, and they’d be right. Now with almost 3 decades selling and letting properties under his belt, and with Horton and Garton entering an incredibly exciting…
SPRING 2023 ISSUE 6 Horton and Garton Estate Agents As we begin to see the signs of spring, is the West London property market set for a traditional ‘Spring bounce’? Will we see greater levels of activity and transactional figures increasing? Here in Horton and Garton’s latest West London Property News Spring 2023, we take…
In this Landlord Focus article, we ask GetGround questions surrounding owning property in a company structure; the benefits and any drawbacks together with how they assist landlords in structuring ownership. Landlords might be aware of the potential benefits of owning property in a company structure but have no knowledge of how to move their investment…
Have you found a home you would like to buy and are now at the stage of making an offer on a house? You’re likely wondering whether you should make a high offer to ensure you are the chosen buyer to proceed, or whether there might be opportunity to make a low offer and secure a…
As seasoned estate agents Horton and Garton have sold homes in every season and in this blog, we highlight our top tips for selling in the Winter. The darker and colder months of the year are often regarded to be the most challenging time to sell. Is the winter a good time to sell? Potential buyers…
WINTER 2022 ISSUE 5 Horton and Garton Estate Agents As we come to the end of the year, here in Horton and Garton’s latest West London Property News Winter 2022 we take a closer look at the past few months and share our outlook for 2023. Sales A rollercoaster year For the most part of…
