Blog: Advice

Buying your first house is a big step on to the property ladder, so before you do, it’s ideal to be armed with all the knowledge you need so you can be successful when you make that all important offer.

The main concern that we hear time and time again from active buyers is that they don’t want to put their home on the market before they’ve found a property they want to purchase.

They fear that they can’t find the...

How to make your Luton home as saleable as possible

When you’re selling your Luton home, you want to make your property as attractive to prospective Luton buyers as possible. Your staging efforts should be designed to appeal...

The Giggs Way - The best way to market your property.

At Giggs and Bell, we know how important it is that when you trust us to sell your property that we live up to that trust.

We set ourselves apart by taking the time to...

Spending some time and money on home improvements that actually add value to your Luton home makes sense if you’re getting ready to sell. And attracting buyers without breaking the bank is even better. Our guide will help you...

The top six issues that you may face

Buying a your first home is both exciting and daunting. Finding a house you love can be a great experience but the actual process of making it happen can feel overwhelming. So here are the...

When you’re moving into your first house, there are lots of things to do and remember so working through your utilities may not be top of your list. But, when you get your first bill, you may change your mind because the...

When you're buying a house there are some things that just slip by you as you concentrate on all the things you have to do. So here are 8 top tips to think about to help you through the process and improve your chances of getting...

There will be a number of household bills and expenses that you might not have had to cover while you’ve been renting. So as you take the plunge into home ownership, here is a whistle stop tour of the running costs and bills you...

Congratulations, you’re almost there... and it’s probably been a whirlwind of things to do. So, before you forget, here’s a handy checklist of who you need to tell that you’re moving to a new house and what you need to...

If you’re thinking about buying your first house, this quick guide will give you the confidence you need to get your feet on the ladder.

Do I need House Insurance?

Yes – once the contracts are agreed, you...