Matt's Marketing Tips #1
by Matt DilkesAre you marketing an empty property? If so, it may be worth looking at 'Virtual Staging' as a way to enhance how your property may look. Since the pandemic it's become more common for people to try this method and once you have...
August 2023 - Summer Market Update
by James TillerIn our latest video, Matt and James discuss the local property market's summer performance. Average rents surged between June and July but balance out by August, reflecting inflationary trends with periodic price dips. The impact...
July 2023 - Assessing the current mortgage market.
by Matt DilkesAlmost daily in the news at the moment, we are witnessing references to mortgage rates, inflation, and interest rates as the cost-of-living crisis continues to engulf the country. Many people are concerned about potential...
A guide to selling your tenanted property.
by James TillerSelling a property with a tenant in situ can present both challenges and advantages for landlords. When selling a property with an existing tenant, it's essential to navigate the process carefully while respecting the rights of...
Christopher Shaw Residential offer exciting new service for sellers!
by Matt DilkesIn a challenging market, we are keen to be able to offer sellers the best ways of getting your property seen and are delighted to be launching a brand new service by partnering with Optimus Bid, giving us the platform to offer...
Introducing the newest member of the team.....
by Matt DilkesWe are delighted to now be able offer drone imagery and video as part of our ongoing commitment to being at the forefront of property marketing. Matt, is our pilot he has enjoyed getting used to the controls for our drone. Being...
Spotlight on: The Bournemouth Progressive Property Network
by Matt DilkesIn our video this month we meet with property investor and local networking host Leigh Ashbee. Leigh is the host of the Bournemouth Progressive Property Network (PPN), a vibrant community of investors, landlords, and...
Important: Renters Reform Bill video update
by James TillerOn 17 May 2023, the government introduced the long-awaited Renters Reform Bill into parliament. Our message is not to panic! There is lots to take in and Matt and James share their thoughts on the bill in our latest video update....
Deposit dispute advice, and what to do if a tenant owes you money.
by James TillerIn our latest video, we speak to Olivia Parkinson from Frettens Solicitors, an expert in dispute resolution who guides us through the process, and explains what happens should a deposit claim exceed the amount of deposit held, and...
Bournemouth Bowls Club
by James TillerWe are delighted to have renewed our sponsorship of the Wednesday Morning Triples League at Bournemouth Bowls Club. We began sponsoring the event last year which ended up being a huge success, with a number of teams signed up to...