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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The Future of Estate Agency

In this article Vik Tara, CTO of PropCo, explores what the digital revolution in property means for the people and roles across the sector. Britain’s high streets have declined markedly in recent years as consumers shifted their spending first towards out-of-town shopping centres and then to e-commerce. But the high street estate agent has maintained…

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How to guarantee a fast sale on your property

When it comes to selling a home, it can be a lengthy process. What’s more, the time and energy we spend into putting our home on the market and waiting for the property to attract interest, and then eventually a buyer, can prove to be a stressful process. Of course, there are properties that get…

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Differences between buying residential & commercial property

Are you considering buying a property but aren’t sure what type you would benefit from most? Look at that! You’re on the perfect article. We’re going to compare buying a residential property and a commercial property. You’ll find out the positives and negatives of both sides, and hopefully you will have a clear idea of…

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Big Changes Lies Ahead in Bedfordshire

Not only has the flourishing property market in Bedfordshire seen house prices rise faster than the national rate, but it has always established itself as the perfect place for first time buyers to find their home. The Government’s Help To Buy scheme enables buyers to receive an equity loan of up to 20% of a…

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