2026

Once your offer has been accepted, choosing a home survey is one of the next practical decisions. For many buyers, that means comparing a Level 2 vs Level 3 survey and deciding how much detail the property warrants. Level 3 is not automatically the right choice simply because it is more detailed. A Level 2 can be appropriate for a straightforward property in reasonable condition, while an older,...

Preparing a property for sale can turn a few sensible jobs into a renovation list. Once you begin looking at the home through a buyer’s eyes, every marked wall, dated cupboard and worn floorboard may suddenly feel urgent. The problem is that a repair bill and a better sale are not the same thing. Some work improves presentation or addresses a genuine defect. Other projects cost time and money without...

Radyr appeals to buyers who want greener surroundings and a village atmosphere without losing straightforward access to central Cardiff. Its established streets, railway connection and nearby outdoor routes give the area a distinct identity within the city. That does not make it the right choice for every household. Property type, distance from the station, school arrangements and the quieter evening...

Estate agent fees are among the first selling costs to consider before putting a property on the market. They can affect your moving budget, your estimated sale proceeds and the level of service you receive from the agent handling the sale. The phrase sounds simple, but it can cover several things. Some sellers pay a percentage of the final sale price. Others agree on a fixed fee. Some services are...

A house sale rarely happens in one clean movement. It moves through a series of stages, from preparing the property and setting the price to finding the right buyer, progressing the legal work and handing over the keys. So, how long does it take to sell a house? As a realistic guide, many sellers should allow around five to six months from going on the market to completion. Some homes move more quickly....

By Elliot Anderson-Evans, Co-founder and RICS Surveyor, Elliot & Hill Is Rhiwbina a nice place to live? It is a question we are asked often, and the honest answer is that few suburbs in South Wales offer quite the same combination of architectural character, genuine green space, and practical city access as this one does. Rhiwbina sits in the north of Cardiff, roughly four miles from the city...