October 2022 Market Report for South Somerset
By Orchards Estates on 1st Nov 2022,The leaves are falling, the clocks have gone back and children, still hyped-up on sugar from their Halloween trick or treating, are now looking forward to...
Tips to help keep your pet calm on Bonfire Night
By Orchards Estates on 30th Oct 2022,One of the highlights of ours work is getting to meet all of our clients' furry friends. Our pets give us unconditional love and companionship so naturally...
Are qualifications or experience more important when choosing a letting agent?
By Orchards Estates on 16th Oct 2022,Studies have shown that most people have already chosen the letting agency they are going to use to let their property before the agent even sets foot in...
The pros and cons of being a buy-to-let landlord
By Orchards Estates on 9th Oct 2022,Buy-to-let property is often seen as an attractive way of accumulating wealth or as an alternative option to a pension. However, while purchasing...
I currently live alone and am considering taking in a lodger
By Orchards Estates on 30th Jan 2022,Q. I currently live alone and am considering taking in a lodger to help with the bills, etc. Can I do this without any issues arising?...
The easiest way to avoid a deposit disaster
By Orchards Estates on 9th Jan 2022,It’s the situation every landlord and tenant dreads. An ongoing dispute over a deposit. It causes stress, is time consuming and can be expensive – for...
Identifying 3 common pests
By Orchards Estates on 18th Oct 2018,For an in-depth look at the 3 common pests that occupy the interior, exterior and interior/exterior areas of properties, read our identification guide...
Best Estate Agent Guide winners
By Orchards Estates on 18th Oct 2018,Thrilled to have been assessed this year by The Property Academy and Rightmove as Excellent and Exceptional in Sales & Lettings....
Landlords: All the laws you need to know
By Orchards Estates on 24th Sep 2018,Are you thinking about becoming a landlord or are you one already? Do you intend to or do you manage your properties yourself? It comes as no surprise that...
How To Be A Landlord
As a landlord instructing a lettings agent, your biggest expectation should be peace of mind that your property is being properly managed. You want your...