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Getting the Best Landlord Insurance Deal in the Era of Renters’ Rights With insurance premiums rising and new legislation changing the rental landscape, it's more important than ever for landlords to review their insurance cover. The right policy can protect your investment, your rental inc....

Yorkshire Day in Ilkley Yorkshire Day is one of our favourite dates in the calendar, and this year is even more special for everyone at Silverspring Lettings as we're proud to be one of the sponsors of the Yorkshire Day celebrations in Ilkley. As a business that helps people find hom....

Selling a home can be a complicated and, at times, unpredictable process.This is why cash buyers are such appealing prospects.No chain, no mortgage, no worries – at least that’s how the logic goes.But, as is so often the case with property matters, sometimes things aren’t quite as black ....

With ongoing turmoil in the Middle East, energy prices are a hot topic of discussion.But for landlords, there’s another reason to be thinking about the cost of heating and the energy efficiency of their rental properties.Plans to overhaul Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are coming.And....

Ilkley Carnival took place on Mayday in Ilkley, West Yorkshire, once again bringing together thousands of residents and visitors for one of the town’s most popular annual community events. Silverspring were proud to continue its support this year by providing essential logistics services ....

Silverspring is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 2026 Ilkley Half Marathon & 5K, supporting one of the leading running events in Yorkshire and one of the most anticipated dates in the Ilkley events calendar.The Ilkley Half Marathon & 5K has grown into one of the region’s most popular....

How is the Middle East Conflict Impacting the UK Housing Market?Even though Iran is thousands of miles away, the Middle East conflict is still having an impact on UK shores.Prices have jumped at the petrol pump, and food inflation is on the rise.But what about the housing market? How is it far....

Why Good Tenants Choose to Rent Through a Letting AgentMost landlords are familiar with how a letting agent can make their lives easier and improve the profitability of their buy-to-let.Having a professional on side to help with tenant selection, legal compliance and inspections brings obvious....

Selling a home can take time, but there is a way to streamline the process.The key is to identify your target demographic and then present your property in a way that appeals most to that specific group.Now that could mean making minor tweaks to your home to make a big impact with the right ty....