It's fair to say that, in many people's opinion, the reputation of estate agents is generally quite poor. Most of us will have heard a horror story or two over the years, but is this reputation fair?

As you begin to think about putting your home up for sale, moving to somewhere new for a fresh start or a new dream home, it's natural that you will start to consider how much your home is worth.

Are you thinking about selling your home but are concerned about the viewings? Who will show people around your property? Is it best if you do them or the agent? How will you fit them all into your already busy schedule?

Have you ever heard of the 'no money down' strategy? Is it a legitimate way to purchase a property or simply a get-rich-quick scam? Read this article to find out.

Are you trying to sell your home and considering reducing the price? Read this article to discover whether you are reducing the price or chasing the market with your price reductions.

Are you looking for a new home? Read this article before you make any offers.

Property marketing has changed exponentially over the last decade. With the introduction of various technologies and trends, we have come a long way since the days of sticking a photograph to a window card by hand. But can technology replace a real life viewing?

Over recent years, uncertainty in the economy, housing market, and generally in life has left many of us yearning for something different. For many, this has resulted in a change of some sort, whether a job, career or home. This search for certainty and something concrete may have resulted in you tying into a mortgage deal for a long time.

There are many elements of marketing a home and finding a buyer. Estate agents put in a lot of time and effort trying to sell a property or hold a deal together that often goes unnoticed. As the seller, it's possible that you only know the half of it.

If you're not instantly run over by the stampede of potential buyers flocking from miles around to view your home, that for-sale board can soon become a frustrating beacon, mocking you each time you see it. A constant reminder that you've still not sold.

One of the biggest complaints from first-time buyers is how difficult it is to find the deposit. The substantial amount needed is prohibitive for many would-be first-time buyers. When you have other major outgoings like rent to pay, saving for a deposit can be almost impossible.

Estate agents play a critical role in the process of moving house, and you will likely deal with them somewhere in the process, whether you are selling or buying a new property. Many homeowners could be harming their property selling experience and, ultimately, their property value, by listening to these myths.