Is your PPR relief at risk due to renovation works?
We have previously posted about Principal Private Residence (PPR) relief, which can result in an individual’s main home not being subject to capital gains tax…
Rural fuel security
Choosing to renovate a property in the countryside has a number of benefits, such as a picturesque location, sense of community, and a quiet life…
Top 10 reasons why you should give lime plaster a go
As a lime plaster and insulation expert, I often come across the misconception that lime as a building material is somehow old-fashioned but, in actual…
How to Maximise Your Profit from a Renovation
Buying property to make a profit is great fun as well as hard work, therefore maximising the profit you set out to make is essential. …
Why I would always pick renovation over new build
Last week I visited a friend for a bite to eat and a catch up; this friend is renting a house near the town centre.…
Building Regulations: how do they apply to renovation and conversion …
This is the first in what I hope will be a series of blogs that will discuss the Building Regulations, explain what they are…
Laser Scanning for Renovation Projects
On straightforward renovation projects it is a good idea to have a measured building survey carried out at the start. The survey information will be…