https://benjamin-matthews.co.ukBenjamin Matthews feed https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19076/jfwmIEkat2w4rvMv8FZMBVjpj9gxQ95m-1677747416.pngHow to prepare your home in Forest Hill for a viewingThe viewing is where the magic happens the time where potential buyers who have bottled up their hopes and dreams get to experience the reality of your home.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-prepare-your-home-for-a-viewing/19076https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-prepare-your-home-for-a-viewing/19076Thu, 26 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19075/Dpoa8mkGbbwQJTGl6feAXzMByyKpRut1-1677747412.pngHow to add value to your garden to help sell your home in Forest Hill.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-add-value-to-your-garden-to-help-sell-your-home/19075https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-add-value-to-your-garden-to-help-sell-your-home/19075Thu, 12 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19074/JiK10YKCEq3so2Gp5J9ZWadOGrUu82Jz-1677747408.pngHow to cope with the stressful stages of moving home in Forest Hill SE23You have so many emotions wrapped up in changing address there could be feelings of sadness saying goodbye combined with the excitement of your new home.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-cope-with-the-stress-of-moving-home/19074https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-cope-with-the-stress-of-moving-home/19074Thu, 05 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19073/Pp2nhhiNxt4UorLax20XzOg5ua3WnOuf-1677747405.pngProblems that home staging can t solve when selling your home in Forest Hill.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/problems-that-home-staging-cant-solve/19073https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/problems-that-home-staging-cant-solve/19073Thu, 28 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19072/YqyCd8dwmpmDPlQ4U7DlJsO9tzDmIObb-1677747403.pngFive important questions to ask before buying a house in Forest Hill SE23.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/five-important-questions-to-ask-before-buying-a-house-in-forest-hill-se23/19072https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/five-important-questions-to-ask-before-buying-a-house-in-forest-hill-se23/19072Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19071/1P5jayWjxWYzEEkSzhJLTC2atqKVpFfS-1677747402.pngWhat are the top moving home questions according to Google?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-are-the-top-moving-home-questions-according-to-google/19071https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-are-the-top-moving-home-questions-according-to-google/19071Thu, 10 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19070/7CY6ktDGZTeE2Td9od1Q9rkRf9gNC5Fr-1677747402.pngWhat home buyers in South East London can learn from online dating this Valentine s DayAll those who have ventured into the world of online dating will know what an emotional roller coaster it can be.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-home-buyers-in-south-east-london-can-learn-from-online-dating-this-valentin/19070https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-home-buyers-in-south-east-london-can-learn-from-online-dating-this-valentin/19070Mon, 14 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19069/NgkXuzyDKxgYFECbfmQSNEIz1gzy45Vs-1677747401.pngThe anguish of selling a house that still feels like home in Forest HillThere can be an unrealistic notion that anyone selling their home is desperate to move the reality is often quite different.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/the-anguish-of-selling-a-house-that-feels-like-home/19069https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/the-anguish-of-selling-a-house-that-feels-like-home/19069Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000This three minute read looks at the issues around selling an empty home.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/top-tips-for-selling-an-empty-property/19068https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/top-tips-for-selling-an-empty-property/19068Fri, 28 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19067/qPfpv9Qw5BpfDLnJdCAkhWQutLtWHTA9-1677747401.jpgWhat Makes a Property Unmortgageable in SE23?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-makes-a-property-unmortgageable/19067https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-makes-a-property-unmortgageable/19067Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19066/MDmYDJPKVHvG03qlocJUZLxn9RTEP2mW-1677747401.jpgMoving On after Splitting Up This three minute read looks at the property related issues that arise after a relationship breaks down.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/moving-on-after-a-break-up/19066https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/moving-on-after-a-break-up/19066Wed, 05 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19065/9AXMGCNOAVjOixKTmXMgJiwE8TaRh92m-1677747400.jpgTwo Important Questions to Ask Before You Sign with an Estate AgentIn this three minute read we look at how to gauge if an agent is giving you an honest property valuation.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/top-tips-before-appointing-an-agent/19065https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/top-tips-before-appointing-an-agent/19065Thu, 25 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19064/LTDIYhIzzfo06zzBbyaPs39ntzEGzzFT-1677747399.jpgFour Ways Planning Permission Can Add Value to Your HomeIn this two minute read we look at a question we often get asked at Benjamin Matthews around the question of whether being granted planning permission adds value to a property?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/can-planning-permission-add-value-to-your-home/19064https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/can-planning-permission-add-value-to-your-home/19064Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19063/qWdgeHwki247G4z4RwP18jFX2sZy18Zb-1677747398.jpgHow to Keep Pets Calm This Fireworks WeekendWe share seven tips from national pet charities to keep pets from suffering stress this fireworks season in this two minute read.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-keep-pets-calm-this-weekend/19063https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-keep-pets-calm-this-weekend/19063Fri, 05 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19062/G02FEYqLLrL15exJqvJTV5mvZtMwuUj2-1677747398.jpgHow to Make Money from Your Clutter in SE23In this two minute read we give you our top tips for selling your unwanted items online.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-make-money-from-your-clutter-in-se23/19062https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-make-money-from-your-clutter-in-se23/19062Wed, 03 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19061/yx5TT5tSPb0i42jvp4XtJZtsqrdIQzqH-1677747398.jpgThings to Do Before Buying a Run Down Property In this two minute read we give you a quick checklist to make sure your project is as pain free as possible.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/things-to-do-before-buying-a-run-down-property/19061https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/things-to-do-before-buying-a-run-down-property/19061Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19060/F7JYp7ai9MihpZX7ev3gSZbKleTKf9YF-1677747397.pngIf you've ever done a long car journey with children you'll no doubt have heard 'Are we there yet?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/in-before-christmas/19060https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/in-before-christmas/19060Tue, 03 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19059/eaUcz9b4j2m8SdttN321I7UfGEiS2kSN-1677747397.jpgAround this time last year a poll came out from YouGov showing what the most popular resolutions were among people in the UK.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-will-you-change-your-life-in-2019/19059https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-will-you-change-your-life-in-2019/19059Thu, 10 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19058/zhte9qQ75YKbqgJMqqEK3elQooVWoy8s-1677747396.jpgWould you like the good news or the bad news?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/getting-your-home-ready-for-winter/19058https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/getting-your-home-ready-for-winter/19058Mon, 29 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19057/BfOE69tQ785BR00iPx9YUDYNj5GkfjFr-1677747396.jpgIn this article we look at five things you want to avoid when selling your home.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/five-tips-to-avoid-a-house-of-horrors/19057https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/five-tips-to-avoid-a-house-of-horrors/19057Fri, 26 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19056/ZzzVOvCDOqGTwPG2fQiH59iivjaP993S-1677747396.pngA recent article by the consumer magazine Which looked at seven reasons why properties don't sell.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/seven-reasons-why-your-property-isnt-selling/19056https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/seven-reasons-why-your-property-isnt-selling/19056Thu, 28 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19055/tCpYAlRbfKyNXxEpkzWwNOMSBEsMpDE9-1677747395.jpgTechnology is evolving so quickly that it's hard to predict what will be around next year let alone in 50 years.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-will-the-homes-of-2068-look-like/19055https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-will-the-homes-of-2068-look-like/19055Wed, 20 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19054/g4lfIyCWnQ43PSVlGS7oDffozmHB6i5X-1677747394.jpg1969 was the first time a human landed on the moon.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/advice-for-first-time-buyers-in-south-east-london/19054https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/advice-for-first-time-buyers-in-south-east-london/19054Wed, 13 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19053/07BN4LgdQyl0pVkX7Q7oZvzuh18JgwT6-1677747394.jpgWe live in a World where most of us are bombarded with never ending streams of information to process.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/does-your-home-pass-the-20-second-test/19053https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/does-your-home-pass-the-20-second-test/19053Fri, 08 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19052/xPYx0ujwsXMbnvhcut3xL5wJ3TFd2UOJ-1677747393.pngBudget Boost for the Forest Hill Property Market The Chancellor Philip Hammond saved the best bit in his Autumn Budget to last when it came to the property market in Forest Hill.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/budget-boost-for-the-forest-hill-property-market/19052https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/budget-boost-for-the-forest-hill-property-market/19052Wed, 22 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19051/Ll6LCW3BfFVWHacqY158j1UdDrPJVAF5-1677747393.jpgWhat's in a name?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/whats-in-a-name/19051https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/whats-in-a-name/19051Tue, 22 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19050/IKCnxp46o34HejvhWt5VT4EbOsL1wEfu-1677747393.pngSo the All England Lawn Tennis Championships is in full swing in Wimbledon.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-does-wimbledon-and-good-estate-agents-have-in-common/19050https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-does-wimbledon-and-good-estate-agents-have-in-common/19050Mon, 03 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19049/XUSfxAuILNuus515j2yipnvYs5HkWq2i-1677747392.jpgHow to add value to your property Spare this idea some thought Do you have a spare room at home?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-add-value-to-your-property-spare-this-idea-some-thought/19049https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/how-to-add-value-to-your-property-spare-this-idea-some-thought/19049Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19048/NTQgA8XEdEOBBm9PXamFDwh6t0sLFzPR-1677747392.jpgAre you thinking it's time for a change?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/are-you-thinking-its-time-for-a-change/19048https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/are-you-thinking-its-time-for-a-change/19048Mon, 27 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19047/s35gs3woV5Uh9LAsfWfZ28G3qUqTbTl9-1677747391.pngAt Benjamin Matthews we know when you've made up your mind to sell your property it's a time to make the right decisions and choices.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/choose-a-legal-eagle-not-a-turkey/19047https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/choose-a-legal-eagle-not-a-turkey/19047Thu, 15 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19046/GGEYhisTKLjGk9EhszSTUKDBz6xyianV-1677747390.jpgIf you put your hand onto a hot stove you would not be surprised to burn it.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/less-is-more-so-kill-the-clutter/19046https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/less-is-more-so-kill-the-clutter/19046Tue, 22 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19045/BmaK081gxgIKzwSxwVZOmqD5YVzXRO6B-1677747389.pngIt's getting warmer the holiday season is not far away and I'm expecting a busy summer after the EU referendum as the market gets going again in and around Forest Hill.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/six-tips-for-a-sizzling-summer-sale/19045https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/six-tips-for-a-sizzling-summer-sale/19045Fri, 03 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19044/GDkNgG9SFSFVUEeY8FnK3cPV0Vej0UC2-1677747388.pngEvery year for the past three I've valued a house on the outskirts of Forest Hill.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/i-really-do-mean-no-obligation-valuations/19044https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/i-really-do-mean-no-obligation-valuations/19044Tue, 31 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19043/JvcuCrY2bEXvUfAMguY5PrmyhT2VLFMs-1677747387.pngThe world of estate agency can be full of mysterious and confusing jargon at times.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/talking-sense-the-estate-agency-jargon-buster/19043https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/talking-sense-the-estate-agency-jargon-buster/19043Wed, 04 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19042/j9x9jSDGMWtrEsIOHDyt7Tvms1Qng7FL-1677747386.pngWhen you see the word scandal you night think of the shenanigans at FIFA or the Panama Papers maybe even a Big Brother Strictly Come Dancing celebrity affair.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/leasehold-scandal-a-ticking-timebomb/19042https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/leasehold-scandal-a-ticking-timebomb/19042Tue, 19 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19041/kkitNI9KXstfk0XdYLLMueD5NAE0hvDO-1677747385.jpgI've been in estate agency since I left school which was quite a while ago.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/better-call-ben/19041https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/better-call-ben/19041Wed, 06 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19040/1x1SAHR9dVi8ROmi4H77vzffyslkIsJt-1677747384.pngThe Great Outdoors has a Big Impact on your Property's ValueI love it when the clocks go forward.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/the-great-outdoors-has-a-big-impact-on-your-propertys-value/19040https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/the-great-outdoors-has-a-big-impact-on-your-propertys-value/19040Wed, 30 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19039/M09zcEoRLea2SQzePNxGSCoDJCWmHza9-1677747384.pngTonnes of chocolates loads of bunnies bonnets and binging on hot cross buns.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/happy-easter/19039https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/happy-easter/19039Thu, 24 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19038/IS2XkWt0lNwciRzzPCDcRdTv9N7zAjL2-1677747384.pngToday is St Patrick's Day.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/dont-leave-it-down-to-luck/19038https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/dont-leave-it-down-to-luck/19038Thu, 17 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19037/K0bYcWqYjDtlHYpcQLQBDx5jvE5kTaPt-1677747383.jpgSouth London's Brightest Hidden GemOne of my favourite places in Forest Hill is the magnificent Horniman Museum and Gardens.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/south-londons-brightest-hidden-gem/19037https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/south-londons-brightest-hidden-gem/19037Fri, 11 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19036/wpVax8ofBWiI1fWrELr4OS7SRoPFEcQx-1677747382.pngBrexit And what it might mean to your home's valueDavid is in Boris is out.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/brexit-and-what-it-might-mean-to-your-homes-value/19036https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/brexit-and-what-it-might-mean-to-your-homes-value/19036Fri, 04 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19035/EoysyLSS3bs7HOzYJQ5gXORTMpeYT6GT-1677747382.jpgThe results of our prize draw are in!https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/prize-draw-results-are-in/19035https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/prize-draw-results-are-in/19035Mon, 15 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19034/XVnum4x4uXctO4cBVEDjMP9psXGpfcAi-1677747382.pngProperty Viewers A love hate relationship It's that time of year again when the supermarkets and media demand that we get all romantic.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/property-viewers-a-love-hate-relationship/19034https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/property-viewers-a-love-hate-relationship/19034Fri, 12 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19033/FZMpyXNmNOrRkWqGurraHfOXbvKB4LtG-1677747381.jpgWhen you are moving home there's lots to consider.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/make-your-little-ones-part-of-the-big-move/19033https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/make-your-little-ones-part-of-the-big-move/19033Wed, 10 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19032/1uwiY5EbW2Gk6feRGWkdpjFL6NzGsjUX-1677747381.jpgThe sweet smell of successWe all know first impressions count whether it's a job interview a date or viewing a property.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/the-sweet-smell-of-success/19032https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/the-sweet-smell-of-success/19032Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19031/ujnO1R5P7xLoXAvmLSwRIX4Wht6Va5tb-1677747380.jpgNew Year new you new home?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/new-year-new-you-new-home/19031https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/new-year-new-you-new-home/19031Tue, 05 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19030/8iN3hzQzoeZOfqrpyquxvuxjUd4uizf6-1677747380.pngWhat will 2016 bring for the Forest Hill Property Market?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/2016-a-big-year-for-se23/19030https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/2016-a-big-year-for-se23/19030Sat, 19 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19029/JFBLmZAg4VGBY1pO7opwMNIivz5PbwIz-1677747380.pngChancellor's Statement Sparks a Buy to Let StampedeThe Chancellor George Osborne surprised a lot of people in the property industry last week with some of his announcements in the Autumn Statement.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/chancellors-statement-sparks-a-buy-to-let-stampede/19029https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/chancellors-statement-sparks-a-buy-to-let-stampede/19029Mon, 30 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19028/SxOFv7ZGPTSfqweSQe5N3422gR93DlG0-1677747379.jpgIt's not that long now until December 25 as my two little cherubs keep reminding me on an almost hourly basis.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/behold-the-boxing-day-browser/19028https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/behold-the-boxing-day-browser/19028Tue, 24 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19027/ntjyQfBreVa7JGbdHqA1k2dSD9vGZufj-1677747379.pngLet there be light and lots of itThe clocks have gone back the nights are really drawing in and British Summer Time is now an ever fading memory.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/let-there-be-light-and-lots-of-it/19027https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/let-there-be-light-and-lots-of-it/19027Thu, 12 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19026/bAj5tv5Xa1A6useplC7yxlhcD3xBBz0s-1677747379.pngFive tips to keep your dogs and cats calm this fireworks seasonSo we've survived Halloween.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/five-tips-to-keep-your-dogs-and-cats-calm-this-fireworks-season/19026https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/five-tips-to-keep-your-dogs-and-cats-calm-this-fireworks-season/19026Wed, 04 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19025/vN1GtXcQkyeR8TS0PczrDSfef4PTPqYD-1677747378.jpgBeware of Prices that go 'jump' Overnight Pumpkins scary movies which aren't that scary fancy dress parties and your door being knocked by little 'monsters' every five minutes.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/beware-of-prices-that-go-jump-overnight/19025https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/beware-of-prices-that-go-jump-overnight/19025Thu, 29 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19024/kqYKJL8KljxDQ0mRrxMaFvb7jWpcCDVq-1677747378.pngSpare this idea some thought on how to add value to your propertyDo you have a spare room at home?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/spare-this-idea-some-thought-on-how-to-add-value-to-your-property/19024https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/spare-this-idea-some-thought-on-how-to-add-value-to-your-property/19024Mon, 26 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19023/XyLWW5ne1v8U5dZQgk3kkwJxucYLJSem-1677747378.jpgWhy we love Forest HillI was asked the other day what makes someone move to Forest Hill.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/why-we-love-forest-hill/19023https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/why-we-love-forest-hill/19023Wed, 07 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19022/wernr84Oo79c7tL8UYPe4DyooUi9UhHC-1677747377.jpgThe Heart of a Happy Home The KitchenHere's a question for you What do I have in common with the likes of Gordon Ramsay Nigella Lawson Delia Smith and Jamie Oliver?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/the-heart-of-a-happy-home-the-kitchen/19022https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/the-heart-of-a-happy-home-the-kitchen/19022Thu, 01 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19021/MN1qzNLeMDJ83b6XxueGccGEwaTqMXMM-1677747377.jpgJustina Chatukuta had almost given up on selling her flat in Forest Hill until she saw Benjamin Matthews estate agency mentioned on a Facebook group.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/third-time-lucky-for-justina/19021https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/third-time-lucky-for-justina/19021Mon, 28 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19020/fhrazl5DnipFtOGpUSgScJrpGvoVBRNO-1677747377.pngWe always look at every possible way of ensuring that every home we are marketing has the best chance of being sold for the highest price in the shortest amount of time.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/feng-shui-your-way-to-a-better-property-sale/19020https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/feng-shui-your-way-to-a-better-property-sale/19020Fri, 25 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19019/C1fPNy0Urnu2jCkyDv33BsekHFm03jZK-1677747376.jpg'Ben went beyond my expectations' When Nolwen Rivet bought a flat in Forest Hill in 2013 it was always in her plans to sell it within a couple of years.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/another-lovely-review/19019https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/another-lovely-review/19019Wed, 02 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19018/ZLqYkAbCRbGdDU827AwIg6nejU9Fcpw2-1677747376.pngMerry Christmas?https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/too-early-to-think-about-christmas/19018https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/too-early-to-think-about-christmas/19018Mon, 24 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19017/cf0sVrM24iyGXVTVXiiPkqOq8EXV7fi0-1677747376.jpg'Honest hard working and good at his job'That's what Angela Grant said when asked to describe the service her family received from Ben recently.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/honest-hard-working-and-good-at-his-job/19017https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/honest-hard-working-and-good-at-his-job/19017Thu, 20 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19016/KGkBSfJmQLUxZWxzEYKkjmkUPLHjBp8J-1677747375.pngBeat the Back to School Sales Rush!https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/beat-the-back-to-school-sales-rush/19016https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/beat-the-back-to-school-sales-rush/19016Wed, 12 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19015/OxG7n0DtW60P41ZpoX6Sk1JeRwbLySaX-1677747375.jpgI had a conversation with a landlord over Christmas who lives in Westwood Park who took me up on the offer of an informal chat about the Forest Hill property market the other week after he read the 'Forest Hill Property Blog'.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/breaking-down-the-forest-hill-market/19015https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/breaking-down-the-forest-hill-market/19015Wed, 07 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19014/C4LCiboeaq901tgGZLRtl4BtKNL0CdUn-1677747375.jpgThe subject of a lack of Forest Hill property bargains over the last couple of years has always been near the top of most local landlord's thoughts.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-makes-a-good-investment/19014https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/what-makes-a-good-investment/19014Sat, 20 Dec 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19013/XscsQSQyEcD2kyLEdYeHmKTOsZOb06kc-1677747374.jpgFollowing last week's article I had an interesting chat with a chap who lives in East Dulwich.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/forest-hill-property-blog/19013https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/forest-hill-property-blog/19013Thu, 27 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19012/HSMiOrTnRyOwg5aqFfZPtRHA3J1pvGts-1677747374.jpgThe Forest Hill Property Market Outperforms the Honor Oak Housing Market by 89 I recently had a discussion with a local landlord who lives in Honor Oak we got chatting about his existing buy to let property in Sydenham Hill one of those two bedroomed apartments in the large blocks opposite Horniman Play Area within the junction of London Road .https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/latest-from-the-forest-hill-property-blog/19012https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/latest-from-the-forest-hill-property-blog/19012Fri, 21 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19011/W8otUshwJKnwQzAEhtErgBMyON5QxIvF-1677747373.jpgLast week a landlord who lives in Honor Oak called me to discuss the rising property values in SE23 and the immediate locality.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/property-values-rise-by-gbp1-265-per-week-in-forest-hill/19011https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/property-values-rise-by-gbp1-265-per-week-in-forest-hill/19011Wed, 29 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19010/GjFF0lUd8k5OIhqoIInKiWPB8NpKcavA-1677747373.jpgI appointed Benjamin Matthews to market my property as my first impression on meeting him was a good one.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/another-great-review/19010https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/another-great-review/19010Mon, 20 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19009/bR1thCbHMj41xx1gHetz3UuOZz30xe4X-1677747373.pngWe have had some great feedback recently from some fantastic clients on our Google page always nice to know that we're appreciated!https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/we-know-we-are-good-but-dont-just-take-our-word-for-it/19009https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/we-know-we-are-good-but-dont-just-take-our-word-for-it/19009Tue, 30 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19008/CdXq2TExrkUSLf2BTjpEGZXG2hbhKoll-1677747372.pngBenjamin Matthews Estate Agents are planning on holding a Property Advice Clinic in Forest Hill to offer advice on anything from buying selling investing renting mortgages etc.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/property-advice-clinic-october-2014/19008https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/property-advice-clinic-october-2014/19008Tue, 16 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19007/RIb1AmaX7oR7s0aOkNAtVDM9o0euGsYL-1677747372.pngThis is a hot topic in the industry at the moment with the Government set to vote within days.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/should-lettings-agents-be-banned-from-charging-admin-fees/19007https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/should-lettings-agents-be-banned-from-charging-admin-fees/19007Mon, 12 May 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19006/JGUFWyNNZH0pvg0I2cX5qZMW1s47LSM7-1677747372.pngIf you own a property and are thinking of selling then no doubt you've given your property a good spruce up painted over that old water stain on the kitchen ceiling you may have even replaced the carpet on the stairs after the kids kindly gave it that camouflage look that you weren't really going for.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/dont-forget-your-garden/19006https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/dont-forget-your-garden/19006Tue, 29 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19005/kRTcnkXrUU6FVtlAVUBSxDNrerZ7Nxkn-1677747371.pngIn my opinion there is a market for both.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/and-so-it-goes-on-online-agencies-vs-traditional-high-street-agents-which-is-b/19005https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/and-so-it-goes-on-online-agencies-vs-traditional-high-street-agents-which-is-b/19005Thu, 17 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19004/QaY0Vq18JNTNl9lYOUfsc7n5NO0zKKNz-1677747371.jpgWe've seen stamp duty paid we've seen deposit contributions we've even seen Range Rovers thrown in as part of the deal.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/the-ultimate-buy-one-get-one-free-offer/19004https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/the-ultimate-buy-one-get-one-free-offer/19004Fri, 11 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000https://api.estateapps.co.uk/files/blog/126/19003/SFKYVmbUWvrhG0HDkL8Br2pGKlNgkiDZ-1677747371.jpgInteresting article about the perils or the rental market.https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/landlords-are-wrong-and-tenants-right-the-two-sides-of-the-eviction-story/19003https://benjamin-matthews.co.uk/blog/landlords-are-wrong-and-tenants-right-the-two-sides-of-the-eviction-story/19003Fri, 11 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000