We all understand (yes even us estate agents!!) that one of the most frustrating elements can be feeling like you have no control over the decoration of your first home – you need to make it your own right? But how, how can you make your rented property feel like a home without upsetting the landlord and losing your deposit or of course, spending money you won’t see again?

The average age of a first-time buyer (FTB) is now 30, according to Halifax, up from previous years as a result of high house prices, student debts and a rise in the age at which couples have children. 

Whether you are advising a client on a buy-to-let purchase, or interested in taking the plunge yourself, for those entering the market it can be a minefield. 

• UK average house prices rose 1.4% in October compared to September

• Annual growth eased to 5.2% - lowest since July 2013

• UK average home valued at £217,411 in October

  

Extra 1.8 million homes to rent are needed by 2025 but buy-to-let landlords are in retreat

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