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Located just over 3 miles from Horndean, six miles from Petersfield and 12 miles from Portsmouth, Clandfield is a village in East Hampshire, with a population of around 4,000 people. This total also includes Chalton so it would be fair to say that this is a modest village but as with many places that offer a great level of community and local life, there is a strong level of interest for property in this part of the country.

As of September 2017, the average value for property in Clanfield stands at £351,881 while the average price paid for property in the past year stands at £343,807. In the past six months, the average price paid for property in Clanfield stands at £337,119.

By way of contrast, the average value of property in Horndean stands at £343,164 while the average price paid for property here in the past 12 months stands at £292,915. In Petersfield, the average value of property stands at £507,965 while the average price paid for property in the past year stands at £474,490.

Clanfield offers a contrast to other local areas

This places Clanfield in between these two areas, making it a good option for people whose budgets fall in the middle ground between these areas. There is also the fact that Clanfield offers a semi-rural feel which is appealing to many buyers, particularly those who are keen to develop a family in an idyllic setting. Knowing that a large section of the village is bordered by fields and Queen Elizabeth Country Park provides a relaxed setting. This makes Clanfield an ideal destination for commuters who spend their working hours in a city.

Clanfield is convenient for Portsmouth

Property in the heart of Portsmouth may have a cheaper average price than Clanfield, the average price of property in the PO1 postcode area stands at £197,135, not everyone is looking to live in the heart of a major city. Portsmouth has a great deal to offer and the fact that it is just over 10 miles from Clanfield is appealing, but so is the thought of being able to leave the city behind and escape to a quieter area.

At Williams of Petersfield, we are property specialists in a range of local areas and we are pleased to say that we have helped many people find their ideal property in Clanfield. If you have an interest in property in this area of East Hampshire, please get in touch and we’ll be more than happy to help you out.

With the high level of demand for rental property, it is clear to see why many people believe that acting as a landlord is a sensible way to bring in regular income. If you have sufficient funds, it is worthwhile considering acting as a landlord, but it is also important to be important of the rules, regulations and tasks a landlord needs to deal with in their role.

This is why a great number of landlords decide that calling on a specialist that offers property management services is the best way for them to act as a landlord and bring in regular income. Obviously hiring a professional incurs a cost but the benefits provided by a property management service provider can help a landlord to receive a greater return on their investment.

Enjoy a better standard of tenant

It is essential to vet all potential tenants and this is an immediate reason to call on a property management service specialist. Many people don’t know how to vet a tenant or wouldn’t be comfortable carrying out this work so calling on a specialist to carry out this work makes sense. A better standard of tenant increases the chances of:

• Being paid in full and on time
• The tenant maintaining the condition of the property
• The tenant remaining in place for a longer period of time and not leaving without notice
• The standard of tenant has a huge impact on how successful a landlord is, and it makes sense to take steps to find the best standard of tenant.

From the start, a property management service is able to advise you on which type of tenant is most likely to be interested in your property. If you have concerns about the property lying vacant, targeting a specific style of tenant makes sense. A property management specialist will not only be able to help you find your ideal tenant, they will assist in staging the property to best appeal to this type of tenant too.

You don’t have to worry about rules and regulations

Many new landlords are shocked when they learn how many rules and regulations a landlord must comply with. A failure to comply with these regulations can result in a range of penalties, potentially costing a landlord a lot of money or even seeing them stripped of their ability to act as a landlord.  There are even regulations with respect to handling a deposit from a tenant, and many landlords are left bamboozled by the amount of administrative work they need to undertake in the role.

With this in mind, hiring a property management company provides considerable peace of mind for a landlord. Knowing that you can minimise legal issues and act with greater confidence will ensure you can enjoy the process of being a landlord as opposed to continually worrying about the role.

Other reasons to call on a property management service provider include:

• The professional can collect money on your behalf
• It is the management company that receives emergency phone-calls and liaises with the tenant
• A good property management specialist will know which local professionals to hire for repair and maintenance work

Working with a reputable property management service providers makes the process of being a landlord less stressful and can improve the amount of rental income a landlord receives while minimising tenant turnover and reducing vacant periods. These are all hugely positive outcomes, and this is why a landlord should seriously consider utilising property management services at their house or flat.

If you would like to learn more about how Williams of Petersfield can help you manage your property with confidence, please get in touch.

Selling your home can be a difficult challenge, even though the demand for property supposedly far outstrips the number of houses on the market. This means a seller needs to use every advantage that they can in selling their home and the importance of great images when selling homes cannot be overstated.

It is fair to say that the vast majority of potential buyers begin their property search online. This is an easy and convenient way to search for homes and by selecting a few important criteria, a buyer can find homes that meet their budget and personal needs. Even after a buyer has narrowed down their search, they are likely to see a lot of homes that would be of interest and they will likely move through these properties quite quickly.

Provide a range of good quality images

In the digital era, it is very easy for people to scroll through content which means that your property listing may only have a second or two to make an impact that stops a potential buyer in their tracks. The written content in your listing is important but when it comes to making first contact and encouraging people to look at your property in greater detail, images are essential. When you think about how many people will search for property on their smartphones or tablet devices, where people are less inclined to read a lot of text, it is apparent that you need good quality images of your home.

It is important to think of images, not image, because one good picture of your home is not going to be enough to stop people in your tracks. You need to have good quality images of the inside and outside of your home, preferably with a good image of every room. You don’t want to overwhelm a potential buyer, so don’t upload every image you take of your home, but if it is clear that you have a range of images to look at, and the ones you place at the front are eye-catching, you will find it likely that a user will stop and pay attention to your listing.

Good quality images are relevant to the buyer

It is also not just enough to have a good number of images, the images have to of a good standard and they need to be relevant. Think about the lighting and the angle of your image before uploading it to a site. If you have unique features in your home or an aspect that people remark on as a positive element, make sure you have a picture of it on your listings. Your property listing provides you with the opportunity to stand out from the crowd, so if there is anything which grabs attention for all of the right reasons, make sure you have an image of it.

When it comes to the style of pictures you show, bear the potential buyer in mind. Your estate agent should know who the most likely demographic for your property is and your property should be staged with this buyer in mind. Providing images that are more likely to pique the interest of the buyer who is more likely to buy your home makes sense.

Given the competitive nature of the property market, you want to stand out from the crowd. Good quality images that best represent your home and appeal to the right sort of buyer give you an advantage over the multitude of properties on the market. If you want to learn more about the importance of good images when selling your home, arrange an appointment with Williams of Petersfield.