Posts by Christopher Walkey
#Brexit – Britain votes to leave the European Union
The waiting game is over and the uncertainty over Brexit, which in recent weeks has caused the market to slow down in terms of transactions, with a wait and see attitude, is now over. Britain has voted to leave the European Union. Brendan Cox, Managing Director of Waterfords comment on what is considered one of…
Read MoreNLA URGES CALM AFTER BREXIT VOTE
Responding to the vote to leave the European Union (EU), Richard Lambert, Chief Executive Officer at the National Landlords Association (NLA), said: “Let’s just everyone, take a long, deep, calm breath. Leaving the EU is completely unknown territory, and jumping to conclusions isn’t going to help anyone. “We welcome the Mark Carney’s steadying words and…
Read MoreFAMILIES NOW MOST COMMON HOUSEHOLD IN PRIVATE RENTED SECTOR
Families are the most common household type in the private rented sector (PRS) for the first time, according to the latest research from the National Landlords Association (NLA).* The findings show that more landlords now let to families with children (48 per cent) than any other household type, overtaking young couples (47 per cent). This…
Read MoreNUMBER OF RETIRED RENTERS SOARS BY OVER 200,000 IN 4 YEARS
The number of people living in private rented accommodation in retirement has soared by more than 200,000 in the last four years, according to a poll of private renters*. Overall, the poll shows that the proportion of retired private renters has grown by 13 per cent since 2012 – approximately 220,000** – as more and…
Read MoreWaterfords welcomes review culture with Trustpilot
Waterfords, which has branches in Camberley, Chobham, Fleet, Yateley, Sunningdale and Farnham, has introduced an independent review system to offer consumers complete transparency over its service. In just 6 weeks, the company has received 70 reviews and has an average 9 out of 10 rating. Following continued business growth with the opening of another branch,…
Read MoreNew prop tech firm recruits start-up expert Mal McCallion
Start-up expert Mal McCallion has been appointed to head up new business at Prop Tech Solutions, a firm launched by property experts Bob Scarff and Rob Wellstead last month. Initially focusing on lead management tool Callwell, McCallion’s remit is to broaden the customer base for the service, whilst helping to incubate and develop complementary new…
Read MoreWhat Businesses Should Look for When Renting Commercial Property
There are all sorts of different types of commercial property available, from shops and industrial units to offices and more. If you run a business that is looking to move its location, then renting commercial property that is appropriate to your needs is a good idea. Whether you’re seeking a new base in order to…
Read MoreAuction House numbers strengthen yet again
Auction House sales figures in May marked the fifth month in a row of improved fortunes for the group. Its five month results from January are currently 8.8% up on 2015, with 1,250 sold at a success rate of 76% and £165m raised. Commenting on the figures, Auction House Founding Director Roger Lake said:…
Read MoreTop tips: how the pros turn properties into goldmines
Selling houses is a bit like writing – everyone thinks they can do it. Most people, apart from illiterates, animals and Donald Trump, can write words, but they’ll probably never have a novel published or even manage to finish a decent short story without frying their frontal lobe. You might have had a letter published…
Read MoreHow Facilities Management Companies help the UK Property Industry
As an estate agency your clients may expect you to manage every aspect of their estate; from the letting/selling of the property, dealing with the contracts, ensuring that the property is run smoothly and that any problems which may arise are dealt with quickly and efficiently. Your role is to make this, often quite stressful,…
Read MoreNAPIT & NES Partner to Improve Electrical Safety in the Home
NAPIT and SAVA, the residential property surveyor organisation and part of National Energy Services Ltd (NES) have announced they are working together on a brand new electrical training course and membership scheme. The training course and membership offering has been designed to provide Surveyors and Energy Assessors in the UK with the training and certification…
Read More‘Rumble with the Agents’ raises £22k for Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice
On Thursday 26th May 2016, ‘Rumble with the Agents’, the white collar charity boxing event held at The Holiday Inn Finchley Central in association with Landlord Action, raised £22,000 for Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice. Noah’s Ark is a North London community based hospice, providing support for children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions,…
Read MoreREPLACING SEALANT IN THE BATHROOM IS HOME IMPROVEMENT JOB MOST LOATHED SURVEY REVEALS
Assembling flat pack furniture deemed the most time consuming DIY job around the house Hanging a picture frame and changing a lightbulb are the DIY project British adults find the simplest to complete 26 May 2016 – Replacing sealant around baths and sinks is the Do-It-Yourself job British adults most dislike to undertake, research by…
Read MoreEverybody needs good neighbours…but new survey reveals we haven’t all got them
Three-quarters say they live on a friendly street and over half (51%) of us socialise with our neighbours But 56% have argued with neighbours and at least a quarter of those (27%) say they have argued many times London, Northern Ireland and the North East say they have the friendliest streets A new survey* by Sarah…
Read MoreAston Mead hits back at ‘planning pessimists’
Leading land agent Aston Mead has hit back at those who have doubted the ability of the UK to build a million new homes by 2020. The pledge is at the heart of the government’s landmark Housing & Planning Bill, which received Royal Assent earlier this month. However, a recent survey of owners and directors…
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