by Nigel Adams | Aug 30, 2016
We have recently seen a couple of properties in Hertfordshire with Japanese Knotweed in the garden. This invasive plant can be a big problem when you come to sell – unless you follow the right procedures – because mortgage lenders may not agree to lend if...
by Nigel Adams | Aug 25, 2016
Change all of your details! Remember to swap your utilities to your new address. There are normally quite a few different companies to contact, including: Gas Electric Water Phone Broadband Your bank Any loans/credit Driving licence Supermarket Loyalty Cards Benefits...
by Nigel Adams | Aug 17, 2016
At BigBlackhen.com we are very happy to be members of The Property A Team – a group of local trades and property professionals dedicated to solving any property issues, big or small – from fixing a leaky tap to adding a new extension – and everything...
by Nigel Adams | Jun 17, 2016
Losing a loved one, especially if it’s a parent, is a very difficult time. Unfortunately, it also means a lot of work for the executors – most of whom will be family members – who are required to deal with the estate’s Probate. One of the first things...
by Nigel Adams | May 24, 2016
If you’re not that keen about selling your house, or you’d really prefer to sell it for a lot less than it’s worth, there are a number of easy steps you can take to make sure this happens. Here’s the BigBlackHen guide to Not Selling Your House… or keeping it on...
by Nigel Adams | Mar 11, 2016
Don’t leave home – let alone view one – without it! Buying a new home is a massive investment in terms of both money and emotion, so when you’re at a property viewing, you need to make sure that you ask all the right questions. The worst thing in the world...
by Nigel Adams | Feb 25, 2016
There is no doubt that the trend for people from North London to move to Hertfordshire towns such as Welwyn Garden is even greater than it was in the past – but have you ever wondered why? Could it be a trend that will die out, or will it become even more prevalent in...
by Nigel Adams | Feb 4, 2016
Buying a house is not as easy as choosing a new pair of socks from your local store! If only it were that easy. For first time buyers, it is quite normal to spend a lot of time contacting estate agents, banks and friends who may have climbed up the property ladder....
by Nigel Adams | Jan 26, 2016
We’ve renewed our sponsorship of the Welwyn Rugby Club this year. A brilliant club and one I’m proud to be a member of and support! For more information please look at the club web site: http://www.pitchero.com/clubs/welwynrfc Welwyn Rugby...
by Nigel Adams | Dec 18, 2015
I am handing over the keys today on Breach House in Little Berkhamstead that Mum and Dad bought in way back in March 1973. Wishing the Moore family as much laughter and happiness in the next 42 years that we had in the last 42!...