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Only planning policy reform can solve the housing crisis
The NFB welcomes the Labour Party’s proposal aiming to future proof the planning system, but would encourage them to commit themselves to tangible policy more quickly. Building Magazine has reported that the Labour Party will undertake a “root and branch rethink” of the planning system, aiming to give local people a say over what their…
Read MoreBREXIT VOTING CITIES LEADING UK PROPERTY MARKET CONFIDENCE, ACCORDING TO NETANAGENT.COM
Key pro-Leave areas like Hull, Bradford and Stoke-on-Trent are showing the most confidence in property market, according to stats from comparison site NetAnAgent.com Recent stats suggest some of the most ardent Leave voting areas of the UK are still amongst the most confident in the property market – when it comes to selling homes. …
Read MoreIs the Number of Bedrooms Your House Has Decreasing Its Value?
When it comes to property values, there’s a lot of factors which come into play. However, one thing you may not realise could be impacting your houses value, is the number of bedrooms it possesses. The fewer the bedrooms the lower the value Buyers typically look for a house with at least 3 bedrooms. Obviously,…
Read MoreOne week until new mandatory HMO licensing comes into effect
With an extension of the rules bringing a wider range of houses in multiple occupation (HMO) into the mandatory licensing regime coming into effect on 1 October, landlords have just one week to apply for a licence. This licensing requirement applies to all properties that meet the following criteria: is occupied by five or more…
Read MoreCommunication and Credentials are the Key
In this fast paced, instant access world we seem to live in, communication in its various forms, seems to dominate our lives. Despite the plethora of mediums we can reach each other on – telephone, email, social media, newspapers or face to face, getting hold of people and communicating in the right ways with them,…
Read MorePlanning statistics demonstrate we need planning reform
We can’t solve the housing crisis without planning reform. The Construction Index reports that there were fewer planning applications made in the year ending June 2018 compared to June 2017. Statistics released by the Ministry for Housing and Local Government showed a decline of 2% in major residential planning applications, 3% in minor ones and…
Read MoreThe Property Ombudsman Scheme receives over 100 complaints for one agent
Agent expelled for non-payment of awards Camborne Properties Limited trading as Harper Brooks, a sales and lettings & management agent in Liverpool, has been expelled from The Property Ombudsman (TPO) scheme for the non-payment of awards. TPO can confirm that they have received over 100 separate complaints from leaseholders regarding Harper Brooks who defaulted on…
Read MoreNFB: We need homes now, not promises in four years
The NFB welcomes £2bn of extra funding, but housing associations should not have to wait until 2022 for it to become accessible. Prime Minister Theresa May will tell the National Housing Federation (NHF) that £2 billion of new cash will be available for housing associations from 2022 to build and manage tens of thousands of…
Read MoreIndustry experts join forces to host free workshop for Estate and Letting Agents
In the midst of a changing lettings market, three industry experts have joined forces to host a series of free one-off and exclusive workshops throughout October on ‘Restructuring Your Lettings Business’. Simon Duce, managing director of ARPM Outsourced Lettings Solutions, has teamed up with property business consultant and owner of Integra Property Services, Michael Day,…
Read MoreHow to Manage Finances with Multiple Incomes
In some respects, you’d be inclined to think that managing money from multiple income streams would be easier than dealing with a single source of cash. While this may mean that you have money at your disposal, this can also be a complex process that is difficult to manage. In this post, we’ll look at…
Read MoreWhy Manchester is So Popular for Property Development
Try to count the number of jib cranes on the Manchester skyline and you’ll quickly lose track. Property development is exploding across the city and expanding out into the surrounding areas. At the time of writing, there are 32 new developments promising to deliver more than 10,000 new apartments to the Manchester area. It isn’t…
Read MoreShould I Plumb Distilled Water throughout My House?
If you are reading this, you are probably already convinced about the benefits of drinking distilled water — you may even already have a home water distiller. But you might be asking yourself if you’d better benefit from plumbing distilled water throughout your home. While this may seem like a good idea, it is not…
Read MoreHow Estate Agents can Leverage Modern E-Commerce Solutions
Estate agents have always been accustomed to working within a high-pressure industry. As property values throughout the United Kingdom continue to attract a growing audience, competition is indeed rife. Traditional sales techniques might therefore prove to be less efficient when compared to the past. It therefore stands to reason that an increasing number of astute…
Read MoreCharacteristics to Look for in a Realtor
Selling your home can be an overwhelming experience but with the proper planning and market research, it could very well be smooth sailing. Another thing that is of utmost importance is landing a quality realtor. This person will help you analyze the market, throw open houses, price your houses correctly, and so much more. If…
Read MoreMaking the planning process more efficient should be the top priority
The NFB welcomes the announcement of new funding but remains concerned that the Government’s efforts to solve the housing crisis have moved away from making the planning process more efficient. Housing Secretary James Brokenshire MP has announced a new partnership between Homes England and Barclays Bank to provide £1 billion of loan finance to help…
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