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TPO launches phase three of lettings fees campaign in Plymouth
The Property Ombudsman (TPO) scheme has launched phase three of its national campaign with the Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) to tackle lettings agents that are breaking the law by not displaying their fees. The next phase will see TPO contacting 117 letting agents in Plymouth and the surrounding region. Phase one and two of…
Read MoreHow To Renovate Your Home For Less
When you put your home on the property ladder, you will be looking to receive the greatest return on investment possible in order to make your moneys worth and fund your next venture. Buyers will feel far more inclined to purchase your property if it is beautifully renovated and looking like it’s been well looked…
Read MoreHow to ‘talk up the market’ without sounding stupid
Recently I read an article discussing how an interest rate hike may affect the housing sector. Within the feature was the phrase ‘talking up the market’, pertaining to how agents have been verbally combating an ever-changing industry of late. ‘Talking up the market’ is perhaps a phrase that you have heard in meetings or even…
Read MoreRENTAL PRICE INFLATION SLOWS, OCTOBER HOMELET RENTAL INDEX REVEALS
Average rents across the UK rose by 0.9% in October when compared to the same month a year ago; the average monthly rent is now £909 Rents in London rose 0.6% in October, year-on-year; the average monthly rent in the capital now stands at £1,556 On an annualised basis, rents rose in 11 out of…
Read MoreThe future of property marketing: What’s in store for 2018 and beyond?
In 2018, it’s important for those in the property industry to look at how consumers are communicating with and purchasing from other industries. There have been significant developments in the sophistication of consumer interactions. These are driven largely by the growing importance of: • brand storytelling • targeted content delivery • customised channel experiences, and…
Read MoreCouncil advises tenant to break back into landlord’s property
It has been widely reported that in a bid to cope with Britain’s housing shortage, councils often advise tenants facing eviction, and in need of social housing, to stay put in buy-to-let properties when landlords ask them to leave. This is because, with resources already stretched, councils are reluctant to rehouse tenants until they are…
Read More3 Advantages of semi-commercial properties
Recent changes to tax regulations in the buy-to-let market have made it less profitable for landlords — which may dissuade potential investors concerned about their ROI. Although the commercial rental property market in London is resisting Brexit nerves to remain strong, rents outside the high-end niche are getting smaller — meaning that a substantial outlay…
Read MoreHousing Market to suffer with interest rate rise, Brexit looming and more… ?
“Inflation has been creeping up and The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has increased interest rates to 0.5% to compensate, despite the annual growth rate being at its weakest for four years. A 0.25% rise is not going to have a significant impact on the economy as a whole, but it will further depress…
Read MoreReasons to Virtually Furnish Properties
Why put fake furniture into a house you are trying to market? We all know presentation is key when trying to attract a buyer, so using CGI furniture (computer generated) is a cost-effective way to dress a property and really show the try potential of the space. There are many other great reasons to use…
Read MoreWant to avoid Gazumping? – Look to auction.
You may have seen press reports over the weekend about how the Communities Secretary Sajid Javid wants to clamp down on gazumping to help make buying a house easier and cheaper. I was really pleased to see this being talked about so widely as it’s an obstacle we’ve been having to tackle for many years…
Read More#PropTechDen shines at London Build Expo 2017
#PropTechDen continues is fast growing recognition with a guest appearance at this years London Build Expo that took place in Olympia attracting 1,000 of international property professionals. One the day there were two main pitches in front of a panel of 6 judges and investors along with a watching audience which all took place in…
Read MoreTwo of PropTech’s biggest names back Hystreet
Hystreet is pleased to announce the appointment of PropTech Consult Partners, and key PropTech influencers, James Dearsley and Eddie Holmes to their team. Both have invested in the business and taken up senior advisory roles. Dearsley and Holmes join the company as it prepares for a widespread release of its technology products which are designed to offer high street agents the tools they need to compete on a level playing field with online estate agents.
Read MoreSecurity Tips for Commercial Building Owners in the UK
Let’s start by looking at ways to make the outside of your premises more secure. First of all, does your premises look secure from the outside? If you can spot any weak areas in your security, then potential thieves will most certainly be able to see them too and will be able to take advantage.…
Read More3 reasons why your proptech should include cloud telephony
The real estate market is changing. With the rise of online sources of information, buyers and tenants can browse property, and allows sellers and landlords can check market prices. You’d think people don’t need to speak to estate agents anymore. But that’s not true; Rightmove states that estate agents who advertise on their site receive…
Read MoreDress To Impress
Many of the homes I visit in my role as a property photographer for estate agents have been beautifully prepared for their photos to be taken. Their owners instinctively understanding that, in order to get the best from the photographic session, the rooms need to be looking their best; dressed in their Sunday best if…
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