
Why I’m proud of our country, an offer for NHS workers, and the launch of AskAlex

Our country is in a period of uncertainty. Up until 15th March, life was normal: we could go to work, visit friends, and enjoy spending time in shops and restaurants. I was even planning to take my daughter to the...

Selling your home in an uncertain time

If you are buying or selling a home right now, you’re probably feeling concerned and anxious about what’s going to happen with the housing market over the coming months. Here’s everything you need to know...

Landlords: How the government advice affects you

Landlord_and_Tenant_Guidance_COVID_pdfDownload Our pick from the Government Advice to both Landlords and Tenants during Coronavirus Outbreak. Most Landlords will not be able to issue possessions until 30th...

Top Four Resources For Homeschooling

We know, based on our own first-hand experience of working with buyers and sellers in our community, how many thousands of fantastic Mums and Dads there are across our area. At the moment we're finding ourselves...

Our top tips for landlords on dealing with Coronavirus

What are the symptoms of coronavirus? The most common symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are recent onset of a new continuous cough and/or high temperature. What should I do if I develop these symptoms or notice...

Corona Update: The Melanie Estates Team and You

Corona update from the Melanie Estates team We know communicating helps reassure so here’s our latest update for you: SELLING – if you’re selling your home right now, you’ve probably noticed viewings...

The Left-brained Home Buyer

... who they are and how to attract them, so you can sell your house. Different people buy homes differentlySome buyers decide whether to view your home from looking at the photographs they see online. They love...

Time For A Cuppa With Melanie Estates

On Friday 6th March, the Melanie Estates team held a coffee morning in aid of Dementia UK. ‘Time for a Cuppa’ is a Dementia UK initiative to help raise money for dementia specialist nurses so that they can...

Seven ways to make your home sparkle this Spring

Seven ways to make your home sparkle this Spring Front door fix-up Check for maintenance issues: scratch marks towards the base need sanding. Scrub down mud splatters from the sill and side casing. Add a splash of...

Create First Impressions That Last

Seven seconds. That’s all the time you have in which to make a good first impression. During that brief timeframe, we create an indelible impression of ourselves. Alright, so that research is person-centred. But...