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Preparing your house for Winter The chilly weather is closing in and it isn’t just important to keep yourself wrapped up, your house needs to be kept warm too! Just like us, houses can become damaged when the temperature drops below zero; here are some tips on how to be prepared for whatever Winter brings. […]

Tips for staging your house for a viewing Did you know, prospective buyers form an opinion on your house within the first seven to ten seconds of stepping through the front door? First impressions count, and this is where house staging comes in. Staging a home refers the preparation and decoration of a house to […]

Taking the stress out of moving   Whether you’re moving into a new family home this Autumn or relocating to start university, the experience is well-known for being a stressful one.  But, it doesn’t have to be – we promise! We’ve compiled a list of tips to make sure that your house move goes as […]

The benefits of renting a property We’re often asked whether buying or renting a property is the best option. The truth is, finding a place to live is a very individual experience, so we’ve put together a list of the benefits of renting to help you decide whether this would suit your personal circumstances. Broadening […]

After training hard since late April and teaming up most Sundays to train (we went as far as Richmond in North Yorkshire on our weekend sessions!), we were ready for Tour de Branch 2018.   The morning of the ride was an apprehensive one, but we knew we were as prepared as we could be. […]

Add a splash of Summer to your sale If you’re looking to put your house on the market, this season can be a real asset- taking advantage of the blue skies and sunshine increases your chance of success! Here at Venture, we’ve compiled a list of five top tips to help you breathe Summer into […]

Building a good credit score is vital if you plan on accessing or borrowing money through credit cards, loans or even something as simple as a mobile phone contract. The entire idea of credit scoring can be very confusing but is especially important if you are applying for a mortgage!   The decision to take […]

In the Summer holidays, it can hard to keep the family entertained. With the weather being better than ever, there are plenty of fun outdoor activities and events happening across County Durham!   Make the most of the sunshine and get outside. Here’s some of our favourite events happening over the next fewmonths…   Kynren: […]

Summer means the arrival of festival season- with live music, street food and lots of glitter! However, we all know that festival tickets can break the bank, not to mention all the added costs from travel, camping and refreshments.   This year, why not enjoy festival season in the comfort of your own home and […]

At some point, almost everyone has watched ‘Homes Under The Hammer’ and dreamed of having a passive income (admit it!). It can be the perfect way to benefit from a property you don’t want to sell, have acquired from a relative, or that you’ve bought with the intention of renovating.   You don’t just have […]