Posts by EAN Content
Have you considered a sale by auction?
The property market is forever changing and I’d like to give you an insight into the wonderful world of property auctions from my own present day perspective. We’ve all seen Homes Under The Hammer and if I had a pound for every time someone mentioned that show to me when I’m out valuing properties, I’d…
Read MoreThe Leasehold Scandal and PPI
In a recent column, I predicted that what was becoming known as the ‘new-build leasehold scandal’ was not going to go away anytime soon. Sure enough, the story has been hitting headlines again, with its very own Twitter hashtags – #leaseholdscandal and my favourite, #fleecehold. On the face of it, it was welcome news when…
Read MoreLondon agent is expelled from The Property Ombudsman scheme after it failed to pay award
A sales and lettings agent in South West London has been expelled from The Property Ombudsman (TPO) scheme for a year after the Ombudsman supported a landlord complaint. Premier Moves Management Limited (PMM) did not pay the award of £4,900 as instructed by the Ombudsman so the case was referred to TPO’s Disciplinary & Standards…
Read MoreLANDLORDS URGED TO RE-MORTGAGE AS TOUGHER BTL LENDING CRITERA BEGIN TO BITE
Landlords are being urged to re-mortgage before tougher buy-to-let lending criteria, due to be introduced in September, make it more difficult to obtain finance. The call comes as the proportion of buy-to-let re-mortgage transactions, as a share of the total lending market, has risen over the last few months*, and as a diminishing demand for new…
Read MoreGuide to tenancy agreements: top 5 things tenants miss!
Though many tenants take a minute or two to glance over their tenancy agreement before they sign, most don’t read the small print before putting pen to paper. This can cause renters to miss vital details that affect both their tenancy and their finances. To help ensure you have all the information you need before you move in, here’s our guide to tenancy agreements and the top five things tenants miss.
Read MoreHome Emergency Cover
Home Emergency cover is there for when things go wrong at home that we class as an emergency, they cause unnecessary stress and the cost to fix the damage is usually expensive and it becomes more and more stressful, therefore having this insurance cover is an essential and is becoming more and more popular in…
Read MoreThe Secret to Securing Your Property On a Budget
We all know how important it is to keep your property secure, especially if you are away from it for long periods of time. The last thing that anyone wants is to come home to a broken in property with possessions gone missing. We understand that going to intensive measures to secure your property can…
Read MoreHow We Can All Save on Car Insurance Costs
Car insurance is one of the most important expenses, but it can also put a real strain on your finances. This is why so many people are constantly looking for ways to keep their insurance premiums down without giving up an adequate level of cover. Here are a few insider tricks for reducing your car…
Read MoreGuide to tenancy agreements: top 5 things tenants miss!
Though many tenants take a minute or two to glance over their tenancy agreement before they sign, most don’t read the small print before putting pen to paper. This can cause renters to miss vital details that affect both their tenancy and their finances. To help ensure you have all the information you need before…
Read MoreCash Flow Solutions to Help Grow Your Business
Cash flow is one of the most important things to manage in a business, as it ensures that it is running smoothly and has the necessary funding for day to day operations. When cash flow is significantly hampered, it can seriously affect a business’s ability to run, and in some cases bring it to a…
Read More7 Ways Apps Can Boost Business for Estate Agents
Everyone’s using apps these days, and there’s an app for everyone. So have you ever thought about how apps could boost sales? Or about whether it’s finally time to hire an agency to make an app just for your business? Here’s a quick rundown of seven ways you could do better week in, week out,…
Read MoreRUMBLE IN THE PROPERTY JUNGLE
When you first meet me, possibly the last person you would think of is Cassius Clay. I’m about half the size he was at my age, and I’m more likely to put on a pair of cufflinks than boxing gloves. But a major part of my job is to roll with the punches just like…
Read MoreWhat to look for in a buy-to-let property
So you’re looking at investing in a buy-to-let property. Well, if you’re not sure how to go about it or what to look out for in your property, here are a few things to consider: Potential rental or growth When choosing your buy-to-let property, decide what your priorities are. Would you rather buy a property…
Read MoreAgents, have your say – Fixflo launches 2017 Rental Repairs Survey
Fixflo’s fourth annual Fixflo Rental Repairs Survey has officially launched and is set to reach even further than the last. The past year has produced some challenges for the residential lettings sector which has highlighted the need for agents to be able to share their feedback. Fixflo’s Rental Repairs Survey aims to give agents a…
Read MoreWhich of these famous properties would you recommend as a buy-to-let investment?
Have you ever wondered what it might be like to be landlord for one of TV’s most iconic properties? Perhaps you’d like to see the Red Keep from Game of Thrones run as an HMO (House in Multiple Occupancy). Maybe the Teletubbies Home Dome could become a student-let, or there might be a nice little…
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