Tricks and Mortar

?This is the wake-up call every home owner needs.? Sunday Express Come boom or bust, buying and selling property can be a tricky business. When to buy? When to sell? What's hot? What's not? New build, refurb, country pile or town pad? And that's just the fun stuff... What about fixed rate mortgages and capital gains, off-plan and part exchange, not to mention building regs and planning approval? If the property game is all Greek to you, fear no more. In this practical and entertaining guide, seasoned property journalist Laura Henderson demystifies the market, debunking its myths and laying bare its secrets. From the psychology of selling to 'buyer types'; from DIY taboos to downshifting, no door is left unopened and no room unexplored as your personal property guide leads you through the heart and head topics one painless step at a time. So whether you're after a dream home or your next fixer-upper, a place in the sun or simply want to make the most of what you've already got, look no further ? for the bottom line on the top property tips, all you need is Tricks and Mortar.