by Nigel Adams | Aug 30, 2016
We have recently seen a couple of properties in Hertfordshire with Japanese Knotweed in the garden. This invasive plant can be a big problem when you come to sell – unless you follow the right procedures – because mortgage lenders may not agree to lend if...
by Nigel Adams | Aug 25, 2016
Change all of your details! Remember to swap your utilities to your new address. There are normally quite a few different companies to contact, including: Gas Electric Water Phone Broadband Your bank Any loans/credit Driving licence Supermarket Loyalty Cards Benefits...
by Nigel Adams | Aug 17, 2016
At BigBlackhen.com we are very happy to be members of The Property A Team – a group of local trades and property professionals dedicated to solving any property issues, big or small – from fixing a leaky tap to adding a new extension – and everything...
by Nigel Adams | Jun 17, 2016
Losing a loved one, especially if it’s a parent, is a very difficult time. Unfortunately, it also means a lot of work for the executors – most of whom will be family members – who are required to deal with the estate’s Probate. One of the first things...
by Nigel Adams | May 24, 2016
If you’re not that keen about selling your house, or you’d really prefer to sell it for a lot less than it’s worth, there are a number of easy steps you can take to make sure this happens. Here’s the BigBlackHen guide to Not Selling Your House… or keeping it on...