Understanding the problem of pigeons in urban spaces

Pigeons may be part of the everyday cityscape but that doesn’t mean they’re welcome. A common sight on buildings in urban areas, they’re more than just a nuisance. Pigeons can cause real damage to buildings and other structures, that’s why people have developed different methods to get rid of pigeons. Controlling pigeons on your roof…

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Before you buy a property in a Conservation Area…

Buying a residential property in London is a big investment, whether it’s your family home or a buy-to-let, a city pad or a house in the suburbs. If you have your heart set on a property that is located in one of the capital’s many Conservation Areas, there are significant implications that should inform your…

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A look ahead to 2018: the North West residential property market

2017 was an eventful year for myself professionally – notably with my move over to SDL Auctions having spent the previous 12 years working for another North West auction company. Having joined one of the UK’s largest property auction networks, which is already well established across the UK and delivering seriously impressive figures (SDL Auctions…

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20% of landlords plan on selling up

The National Landlords Association’s (NLA) latest research shows that 20% of its members plan to reduce the number of properties in their portfolio in the next year – the highest level of intended property sales in 10 years. The NLA believes this is due to recent tax changes, and has created a series of videos…

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MARKET FIRST AS TOTAL LOSS CLIENT MONEY PROTECTION BROUGHT TO AGENTS

Let Alliance and the UK Association of Letting Agents (UKALA) have today (9 January 2018) announced a strategic partnership which will bring total loss client money protection (CMP) insurance to UKALA members. The announcement means that consumers will be able to access total loss CMP cover through their letting agent for the first time, with…

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NLA responds to Cabinet reshuffle

Commenting on the formation of the new Department for Housing, Communities and Local Government (DHCLG), Richard Lambert, CEO at the National Landlords Association (NLA), said: “We welcome the Prime Minister’s announcement today. Housing strategy should be at the forefront of the Government’s thinking. “However, we hope that this works out to be more than just…

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Landlords prepare for brave new world of digitised tax returns

Breathing room for landlords as Making Tax Digital pushed back to 2020 Landlords up and down the country will be steeling themselves for more change from 2020, when Making Tax Digital (MTD) becomes a requirement. Thankfully, the transition to providing HMRC with quarterly updates and digital returns for small businesses and buy-to-let landlords, has been…

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The Essential stages of Effective Risk Management

Every project manager or Team leader handle certain risks on daily basis. If you understand how to detect the systematic risk in the management process. That allows your project to run smoothly and get positive practice to the involved persons. If you ready to handle the risks which create opportunities. Then, you can make your…

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Breathing room for landlords as Making Tax Digital pushed back to 2020

Landlords up and down the country will be steeling themselves for more change from 2020, when Making Tax Digital (MTD) becomes a requirement. Thankfully, the transition to providing HMRC with quarterly updates and digital returns for small businesses and buy-to-let landlords, has been delayed until April 2020 at the earliest. Originally it was anticipated that…

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What are the issues when buying a listed building?

Buying a family home is an important investment, but when the property in question is a listed building it’s wise to proceed with caution. There are many responsibilities and restrictions that go with owning and maintaining a beautiful and important piece of history – far beyond the care needed for a standard property – that…

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Outwit the burglar: how to protect your home from a break in

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While the number of incidents of domestic burglary across England and Wales have fallen in recent years, there are still pockets of crime hotspots. Even in areas of low crime, if you fail to protect your home, you could be inviting trouble. Secure, well-lit homes are less attractive to burglars. Preventative measures are the key…

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Location, Location, Location: Spotlight on Woolwich

Situated in south-east London, the unassuming area of Woolwich has been subject to increasing interest over the last few months. With a new Elizabeth Line station set to open at the end of this year, it’s quite understandable that Woolwich has been featured on a lot of lists naming it one of the best areas…

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Property Fraud: How to protect your bricks and mortar

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Becoming a victim of fraud strikes fear into the hearts of many, but have you considered the consequences of your home or investment property being targeted? It really doesn’t bear thinking about. In 2014, property fraud in the UK totalled nearly £10 million. Since residential property is worth a lot of money and can be…

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