Exciting plans have been revealed as Experience Invest recently announced the launch of Opto Student Cardiff, a brand-new purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) complex that’s set to be constructed in the heart of Cardiff.Building work on the complex is scheduled to begin early next year, with Opto Property Group taking control …
A dishwasher may be viewed as quite a luxury home appliance when compared to others, but for those fortunate enough to make use of one on a regular basis you’ll be pleased to know there are plenty of little tips and hacks that you can utilise that will make using …
The biggest representor of private landlords in the UK, the Resident Landlords' Association (RLA), has spoken out publicly about the difficulties tenants face in raising deposits.This is the first time we have seen such a well-connected and established body acknowledge the issue, and we believe it goes to show our …
We recently asked whether security deposits are quickly becoming a thing of the past.University halls don’t ask for one at all, most purpose-built student accommodation blocks want just £100, whereas private landlords usually ask for the equivalent of a month’s rent, so we thought we’d weigh up the pros and …
'Thanks' to university halls and purpose-built student accommodation, they're certainly on the decline, but it could well mean more rental income for landlords. Our Senior Property Advisor, Rhys Owen, explains more... We’ve been reporting for some time that the Cardiff lettings market is an increasingly competitive arena for landlords, with more supply …
Cleaning the oven is unlikely to be high on the priority list of things we’d love to do. It’s not the most exciting household chore and can be both dirty and difficult - that’s the reason it’s often neglected for so long. Hopefully, this list we’ve put together of tips …
Though Cardiff may be small in size compared to many other European capitals, it has fast become internationally recognised as a fantastic location for studying with students arriving from all over the world to attend the several universities on offer.The good news for students in the UK is a drop …
Over the past 15 years we have housed thousands of student tenants into their ideal student room. They have told us their experience so we put together the tips and advice into this guide on choosing the suitable student room for you. Types of accommodationYou will probably spend your first …
The fridge freezer is one of the most important appliances in the household – it keeps our food fresh and allows us to store groceries that we can use at a later date. We all need to eat! Despite its importance and usefulness, it’s an appliance that probably doesn’t get …
We have become the first agent in Wales to stop charging fees to new and existing tenants.Housing over 7,000 Cardiff residents every year, we've taken the decision to stop charging tenants now; a month before Welsh Government's nationwide ban comes into force on 1st September.We've known about the ban coming …
