I’m Buying A Property in Hackney – Do I Need To Take Out Life Insurance?
4 minute read posted on 26th Jan 2025At Amar Mustafa - The REAL Estate Agent, I see clients every day who are considering purchasing a property in Hackney and who have questions that they need to be answered. One question that often arises is “do I need to take out...
What Does Fleecehold Mean for Buyers in Hackney?
4 minute read posted on 13th Jan 2025When purchasing a property, you will normally find that the ownership will be leasehold or freehold. However, another term that may be used is fleecehold, which can have a different impact on property ownership and payment terms....
Do Home Improvements Add Value?
4 minute read posted on 4th Jan 2025Well, the answer to this question is ….. maybe! Some might, and some are unlikely to. Some may add to the value, but some may be valuable in other ways. So, here at Amar Mustafa - The REAL Estate Agent, I take a look at whether...
First Move In Decades? Here Are My Top Tips
3 minute read posted on 22nd Nov 2024For sellers in Hackney who are moving for the first time in decades, it can be a stressful time. There are many reasons why you may wish to sell your property after you’ve lived in it for countless years. You may wish to move...
Should I Buy a House With a Flat Roof? 5 Things to Consider
4 minute read posted on 14th Nov 2024Many homebuyers debate whether they should buy a house with a flat roof. While flat roofs can require extra maintenance compared with a traditional pitched roof, there are upsides, too. Modern architecture and design often...
7 Tips for a Smooth House Move With Children
6 minute read postedYou’ve been looking at houses, dealing with potential buyers, managing the purchase of your new home in Hackney and selling your old place, and now it’s finally setting in that a big move is coming. Even if you’ve found your...
How Do I Buy And Sell A Property Simultaneously?
5 minute read postedSelling your property in Hackney while simultaneously buying another property can be highly stressful. The good news is that a lot of the stress can be mitigated by knowing every step of the process before you take the plunge. 14...
Top Tips For Selling A Property in Hackney That Contains Asbestos
3 minute read postedAsbestos Is A Word That Has Become Synonymous With Health Problems! If you’re selling an older property in Hackney, you may be worried about the asbestos it contains. Asbestos is a word that has become synonymous with health...
Smartphone Apps for Homeowners
6 minute read postedThere are over two million apps available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, so of course, there are apps out there for every purpose. There are all kinds of apps, such as scheduling apps to help you manage your time,...
A First Time Buyer’s Guide To Gifted Deposits
3 minute read postedWhat Happens If A Family Member Gives Me Money Towards A Deposit On A Home? For first-time buyers in Hackney, saving up for a deposit can be a significant obstacle when it comes to getting on the property ladder. However, that’s...