Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2
2 minute read posted by James Tiller
The Government has laid The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020. What does this mean? Subject to approval by both Houses of Parliament, landlords will need to ensure electrical...
Landlord Tips, Tricks and Investments: Kitchens in Buy-to-Let Properties
3 minute read posted by James Tiller
Over the years the kitchen has evolved from a utilitarian workspace to a fundamental heart of the home. It often enhances open plan living areas so that couples and families can interact between preparing food, working at a desk...
January 2020 - Market Comment
3 minute read posted by Christopher Shaw
January Market Comment Happy New Year to you all! We hope you enjoyed your festive period. Yet another year has passed, in particular 2019 was a challenging year for all in many aspects, extra legislation, reduction in rent due to...
“Tenants – Help us to help you! ”
2 minute read posted by Matt Dilkes
Letting agents love the challenge of helping you find your ideal home. Sometimes however, it can be more of a challenge than need be. So if you are looking to rent a property, here are a few guidelines that will really help us to...
Generation Rent
3 minute read posted by James Tiller
“Generation Rent” is becoming a deliberate lifestyle choice, not just a second-rate alternative to buying. Research by Direct Line Insurance suggests that 70% of the 12 million UK renters have no plans to purchase their own...
General Election Result - Market Comment
3 minute read posted by Mike Boon
FINALLY- We have a result! Whether or not it is your preferred outcome, at least the confusion suffered by the UK, and the property market in particular, is at an end. Like it or not, it looks like Brexit will now formally happen...
Should you meet your tenants before they move in?
2 minute read posted by Matt Dilkes
Although a good letting agent will of course expect to accompany prospective tenants who want to view your investment, and are trained to maximise the opportunity, there is a lot to be said for you meeting your tenants before they...
December - Market Comment
2 minute read posted by Christopher Shaw
WE PREDICT the busiest December ever, in terms of buyer and seller activity over the coming weeks. There is so much pent-up demand that is just waiting to be unleashed following months of Brexit-related frustration. D-Day will be...
Christmas Buyers - Unexpected buyers over the Festive season
2 minute read posted by Mike Boon
Christmas is already in sight and it might be tempting to assume that the market will slow down. Perhaps it’s best to wait until the New Year before selling. However, whilst many agents do indeed shut up shop so they can roast...
Portfolio Landlords
2 minute read posted by Matt Dilkes
There are landlords and there are landlords. Some are what we call “accidental” landlords, who decided to let their property as an alternative to selling. Others are somewhat inadequately regarded as “amateur” landlords,...
