There is no hiding that when it comes to rental properties, making a house feel like a home can be a pretty arduous job. In fact, it is likely that your artistic flair will have very little opportunity to shine. Unless you are ready to run up against hefty deductions from your deposit, the uninspiring ochre living room wall will have to stay that colour, and your dream of giving the lounge a more tasteful coat of paint will inevitably have to fade. Some owners will even stand in the way of you trying to adorn the house with posters…
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As a broker with specialists in both residential and commercial mortgages, the Revolution Brokers team often hears from clients who are surprised to be quoted interest rates much higher on a commercial mortgage than they’ve paid on a private home. The reality is that commercial mortgages are considerably different products from residential mortgage for mixed use property. While the basics – a loan to cover the cost of buying property – are the same, the rules are not. Today we’ll explain why commercial mortgages tend to come at a higher cost to help you prepare for a successful business mortgage…
Thinking of selling your home? If you want to ensure you are getting the best price, you’ll need to add on plenty of value. There are a ton of ways you can do this, no matter what your budget. Read on to discover 10 ways to add value to your property that will pay off when it’s time to sell…. 1. Add new flooring Need to boost the value of the property on a budget? You don’t have to make major changes to maximise your investment. According to Stories Flooring, new flooring around the home can help to boost its…
It wasn’t long ago that possibilities for women were severely restricted. Executive and managerial roles were reserved for men, whereas female employees could only aspire to second-class positions. However, with the advancement of gender equality, women are finally being offered the possibility to showcase their qualities as leaders and directors too. This said, we have detailed a list of the world’s most influential businesswomen. Join us in the celebration of inspiring ladies that are sure to motivate future generations of bright female (and male) minds. Mary Barra Following in the footsteps of her father, a die-maker at General Motors for…
From a young age, humans are programmed to crave recognition. Children want recognition from their parents, teachers, and even other siblings. Even when we are in school, we receive gold stars or smiley faces when we achieve something big or small. This makes us feel like we belong, and we feel like we are an important part of something. As we grow, this need for recognition does not change. According to a recent study that was done by a Great Place To Work Certified, more than anything else that drives employees at work is their desire to be recognized. Do…
Prevention is better than cure when it comes to dealing with household pests. For as long as humans have sought refuge indoors, so too have the pests that feed off our lives. The world has always been plagued by pests, from the bugs that thrive in our compost heaps to the raccoons that take shelter in our attics. Sometimes even literally. Prevention is often better than cure when keeping your home pest-free. Here are a few other helpful hints and tips regarding ridding your home of rats and other pests. Keeping your Property Pest-Free According to the pest control experts…
The release of Spider-Man: No Way Home is set to be a celebration of the last 20 years of cinematic web-slinging. With returning villains such as the Green Goblin and Doctor Octopus, the film is set to feature more Spidey enemies than ever before. Old and young, we love to geek out over these comic-book characters: buying their comics, wearing their image on boys’ long sleeve tops, and watching their movies. However, with a growing cinematic universe (and a lot of characters to keep up with), even the most knowledgeable Marvel fans may need to do a little catch-up research…
A lot has changed over the last year and a half. When it comes to businesses, supply chains, and the UK economy, no one could have anticipated the changes we’ve seen throughout the pandemic. Although lockdown restrictions are now all lifted, not everything will go back to “normal” straight away. Working from home, for instance, is something that is set to continue for many workers. Despite government officials urging employees to return to offices, there is clear reluctance. In one YouGov survey, one in five people said they wanted to continue working from home full time after the pandemic. On…
The architecture and built environment sector is one of the fastest evolving industries in the UK. Not only are technical innovations being implemented rapidly, but there are more regulations than ever to consider, not to mention forthcoming sustainability and fire safety goals. This means that architects’ skills must constantly evolve, and the architects of tomorrow will require a broader set of skills. Here, we explore the skills that future architects will need in order to succeed in the role. Digital skills come first Technology is advancing industries at a rapid pace, and we’re seeing technological innovations hit the architecture and…
Cortana, Microsoft’s virtual assistant , has been slowly fading into digital oblivion. Although she had her little moments of glory – who does not remember those videos of battles between her and Siri, Alexa or Google Assistant ? -, she never succeeded in the market as her competitors have . And it seems that the Redmond company wants to say goodbye this 2021. When personal assistants began to catch on, largely fueled by the success of Siri – the first to hit the market in 2011 – it seemed that each Big Tech was going to have its own virtual…