The Orchards Estates Somerset Blog

Spring has almost sprung, the rain is easing off and the sun is finally shining.  We’re therefore starting to receive an increasing number of phone...

A common misconception is that an estate agent will come and ‘value’ your home. In reality, the closest ‘valuation’ an estate agent can place on...

There are many things to consider when you do receive an offer on your property and depending on how close to the asking price is the offer is can make our...

It’s one of the most stressful times we shall ever face but on average we do it 8 times in our life: we buy and sell a house.  We’ve seen a multitude...

Choosing the right agent to market your home can prove a challenge, particularly when your area may be saturated with estate agencies.    From the...

If you and your neighbour disagree about a problem with a tree or hedge, it’s best to try to resolve things informally. Problems could include, for...

One thing that discourages landlords from investing in rental properties above all else is voids – times when having an empty property, untenanted and...

It’s not uncommon in situations like this for neighbours to disagree over repairs to fences and boundaries.  However, there is no reason to fall out...

Once you’ve chosen an agent you are comfortable with and confident in, it’s time to prepare your property to go on sale. Tidy away clutter – Nothing...