Manchester Property News

As of the 1^st February 2016, all private landlords in England, including those subletting or taking in lodgers, will have to check new tenants have the right to be in the UK before renting out their property. Landlords who don’t make the checks could ...

Last week, a landlord came in to our office to discuss the rising property values in South Manchester. He owns a varied portfolio of rental properties, primarily in the Levenshulme area, so it is interesting to compare the increase in property values around the area....

Last week, a landlord of mine came into the office to discuss potentially investing in another Buy To Let property in either Levenshulme or Burnage. They were in the area meeting friends and they decided to take me up on my offer of popping in ...

When it comes to investing your money at the moment, it is easy to see why a buy to let mortgage and property makes sense. This is an investment opportunity with a great long-term return but which also provides you with regular income due to ...

If you are looking to sell your home effectively and for a good price, you want to make sure that your home is appealing and as attractive as possible to any potential buyer. You shouldn’t just assume that the level of demand for property in ...

When it comes to selling your home, you don’t want to take any chances and you should look to maximise the impact that you and your property makes on a potential buyer. When it comes to selling a home, making a positive first impression is ...

Need more room

This is one of the most common reasons people have for moving home. If you have a growing family, you may need more bedrooms and general space to take care of them properly. You may also hanker after a garden or other ...

David Boyd, Managing Director PAD4U, writes:

I have been watching the build up to general election, specifically the televised debates, both with interest and growing angst.  Whilst the varied topics discussed seem all to have arguments and counter arguments giving the public a choice of what ...

Last week the Deregulation Bill, containing important changes for landlords, was signed into law. One of the key components clarifies the deposit protection legislation around deposits taken before April 6th 2007.

The controversial judgement in the notorious Superstrike case has now been overturned by law. ...

PAD4U Charity of the Year 2015

PAD4U are delighted to announce that in 2014 we raised £1500 for Cancer Research UK’s “More Tomorrows” campaign.

The More Tomorrows campaign will help to fund the construction of new, state of the art laboratories for the Manchester Cancer ...

When buying property, there is a need to go through the conveyancing process, which is the legal process where property is transferred from one person to another. It can be a daunting process to carry out, and while it is possible to carry out the ...

With property prices having risen sharply in recent years, many people have found it increasingly difficult to obtain the level of money that is required to pay for their deposit, but it is possible. Even though the thought of saving 5% of the overall price ...

When it comes to decorating your first home, you may have so many plans and ideas that you struggle to contain them all. However, you don’t want to use every decorating idea you have as this will likely have a terrible impact on your home. ...

De Clutter. With busy day to day lives, you can be forgiven for not seeing the clutter, but clearing it can help you to see any problem areas in your house. A cluttered and disordered house is unattractive to potential buyers. Too many personal belongings ...

David Boyd, MD of PAD4U Estate and Letting Agent Manchester:

It's that time of year when I attempt the ill fated task of predicting the future, specifically the housing and rental markets.

Happily I concluded last years attempt with "2014 is likely to be be ...

When it comes to adding to the value of your home and making it more attractive, it may seem as though you need a great deal of money. There are plenty of experts who will tell people that serious investment and major overhauls is the ...

If you are looking to sell your home, you know that you need to place it on the market and that one of the most important parts of the selling process is welcoming people to your home. There is a need to allow interested buyers ...

Thank you to Rebecca and Joss for our Yoda, it's been a pleasure selling your home! We've had chocolates and wine before but nothing like this!

We always thought when it came to sales the force was with us - now there is proof!

Being a landlord can be a lucrative and enriching activity, but it is far from easy. If you have no experience, you may struggle to get started with respect to being a landlord, which is where getting advice is always going to be of benefit. ...

PAD4U have been keeping their eye on the ball and currently have 3 Sales Agreed on Chatswood Avenue.  Needless to say we desperately need more properties like these in the local area to sell!  Call us on 0161 480 1400 for a FREE no obligation ...