Interest rates have been maintained at 5.25%, as announced by the Bank of England (BoE), echoing the decision made in September. This comes after 14 consecutive increases in the Base Rate since 2021. The primary objective behind these rate hikes has been to address elevated inflation levels. Despite the government’s inflation target being 2%, the […]

  Buying a Home Buying a property is a significant financial and personal decision, and the process can be complex. Here is a general guide to help you understand the key steps involved in buying a property: Assess Your Finances: Review your budget to determine how much you can afford. Consider additional costs such as […]

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a document that provides information about the energy efficiency of a property. Here are the key requirements related to EPCs in the UK: When is an EPC Required? An EPC is required whenever a property is built, sold, or rented. It provides potential buyers or tenants with information about […]

How to make your home more energy efficient With the rising energy costs affecting households across the country, looking into options to make your home more energy efficient is becoming increasingly popular. Here, we talk about a few things that you can do….. How energy efficient is my home currently? The first step is to […]

1st March 2022 – The day Southend became a city! On Wednesday 1st March 2023, Southend celebrated the one year anniversary of the day that our Borough of Southend officially became a City. Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II made the decision to grant Southend ‘city status’ in memory of the late Sir David Amess, […]

Mortgage Interest Rate News Whether you’re looking to buy your first home, re-mortgage your existing property or make your onward move, the first thing people think about is mortgage rates. With the mortgage rates increasing substantially in 2022 and deals being withdrawn by lenders, this left thousands of households in turmoil. The good news is […]

How to get your home ready to sell What is your home worth? – Firstly, we would recommend that you have your property valued. This will then put you in the best situation to assess your finances and make your onward plans. At Hunt Roche, we have years of experience to provide advice on the […]