London Residents – Messy Neighbours Could Slash the Value of Your Home
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Unattractive or poorly maintained neighbouring properties can slash the selling price of a home by an average of £42,880, according to Churchill Home Insurance. The biggest value losers are rubbish in the front garden (a possible...
Last Minute Bargain Holidays: Tips for London Residents
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It’s still not too late to book a summer holiday. And if you try these three tips, it needn’t break the bank either. Swerve the school holidays Everybody knows prices plummet if you can travel outside peak school holiday...
Survey Reveals the Truth Behind ‘Landlord Exodus’ Claims
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A new survey pours cold water on the claim that landlords are abandoning the private rental sector in droves. The press loves a dramatic headline, don’t they? Back in December, one national newspaper ran this thundering warning:...
The New Mortgage Guarantee Scheme Explained
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The Government has recently announced a new mortgage guarantee scheme. Here we’ll explain how it works and what it might mean for the property market. What is the new Mortgage Guarantee Scheme? The Mortgage Guarantee Scheme is...
Three Tips to Make Afternoon Tea Extra Special
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Afternoon Tea Week runs from 11 to 17 August this year. What more of an excuse do you need to enjoy this great British tradition? Here are a few tips to make your afternoon tea extra special. Make it yourself, make it local...
Tenant Complaints: An Action Plan for London Landlords
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Even good landlords with good tenants sometimes receive complaints. Here are some top tips for handling any complaints you might receive quickly and easily. What do tenants complain about most? According to the National...
Don’t Fall for It! Why Overvaluing a Property Can Spell Disaster
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Here are some home truths about property overvaluations that you must read if you're thinking about listing your property. If it's too good to be true…well, you know how the rest of the saying goes. In fact, you've probably used...
Interest Rate Cut to 4%: A Reason to Consider Making a Move
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In this article, we’ll look at what the latest Bank Rate reduction means for buyers and movers. And we’ll ask whether it could be a good time to make your move. What has happened to interest rates? At their latest meeting, the...
Back-to-School Advice for London Families
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To avoid a last-ditch panic, it’s worth making back-to-school preparations sooner rather than later. All good things must come to an end, even the summer holidays. While this may not be something you want to contemplate just...
How Should London Landlords React to the Electric Vehicle Boom?
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There are now 1.3 million electric vehicles on UK roads, with numbers rising 38% over the last year alone.* Here’s what landlords need to know about the demand for electric vehicle charging. Do you need to fit an EV charger in...
