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Welcome to my Scrapbook. Keep up to date with my latest tips and advice on buying and selling houses, plus lots of info from my shows.
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Watch Secret Agent on 4oD
Watch my latest show where I go undercover to get Britain's property market moving again by helping people trying to sell their homes
http://www.channel4.com/programmes/phil-spencer-secret-agent/4od
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Getting the price right
A house is only worth what buyers are willing to pay, use a website like RightMove to find out about the properties that have recently sold in your area
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Show off the potential of your property
Kitchens and bathrooms sell houses and being able to tell buyers exactly how much it would cost to remove the wall and extend the kitchen helped sell the property. Mybuilder.com can help you find a tradesman in your area, so you can do the same.
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Making changes to a listed property
Listed buildings, like Ben and Kate's cottage in Shoreham-by-sea, can be a blessing and a curse. Find out what you can and can't do to listed buildings and how to apply for Listed Building Consent.
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/your-property/making-changes-your-property/
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How to brighten up a dark living room
First impressions are vital as most potential buyers make up their minds in 30 seconds, so make sure the first room they walk into is inviting. Find out how to brighten a dark living room with these tips.
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The Common Denominator
Find out more about my quiz show, Common Denominator, where the way your brain works can be more important than what you know
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How to deal with property chain problems
Even in the pricest areas, properties can still fall foul of today's fragile property market. Take a look at these tips on how to deal with property chain problems.
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Home Report
In Scotland buyers who are interested in a house can get hold of a Home Report that outlines every single structural issue. Find out everything you need to know about putting together a Home Report.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Built-Environment/Housing/BuyingSelling/Home-Report
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Don't be put off by damp
Even recent outbreaks of damp may not cost the earth to fix and once dealt with it's just a matter of redecoration. Find out everything you need to know about dealing with damp here.
http://www.channel4.com/4homes/how-to/diy/how-to-spot-and-deal-with-damp-08-05-27
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Plan an extension
If you are strugging to sell your property but have space to spare, then showing prospective buyers plans for an extension will help visualise what opportunities there are. Visit the government's Planning Portal website to find out if you need permission and how to apply for it.
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How to paint walls and ceilings
Although a problem may be small, you can risk losing your buyers as the list of small jobs add up. Avoid a badly painted home by reading these tips on how to paint walls and ceilings.
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Top tips on buying to let property
Larry and Joanne's house was ideal for a buy-to-let investor. If it's inspired you, find out the top ten tips for buying to let properties.
http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/mortgageshome/article-1596759/Ten-tips-buy-let.html
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