Posts by Alex Evans
The Merseyrail Rental Map 2016.
You may remember that back in November we featured the ManchesterMetrolink Rent Map from the Digital Media Team. Two months later they’re at it again, this time turning their hands to Merseyside. Using the Merseyrail network they’ve listed the average monthly cost for a two-bedroom property based on the postcode of each station. You can view the image in full by clicking…
Read MoreTax Changes to Affect Landlords in 2016.
Following last year’s Budget announced by George Osbourne, we have had to come to terms with the fact that Mortgage Interest Relief for residential landlords will be restricted to the basic income tax of 20%. In addition, landlords will no longer be entitled to a wear and tear allowance for furnished properties. Under the current…
Read MoreTHE 12 BEST LIGHTING DESIGN RULES
A well lit space is something that you will notice immediately when entering it. A great lighting scheme will complement the interior design and the architectural features of the space. It will also make the space more practical to use. I agree with designers who say that lighting design is one of the most important elements…
Read MoreDoes Your Agency Have a Serious Case of Mixed Message Madness?
Whenever I take on a new retained client I do a review of their local competition as a starting point. Part of that process is the agents I’m working with send me as much marketing materials as possible from their rivals. If you are not keeping an eye on what your local rivals are doing,…
Read MoreSupport for OnTheMarket.com rises beyond 6,500 estate and letting agent offices
Overall support for property website OnTheMarket.com has reached in excess of 6,500 UK estate and letting agent offices, which is an increase of more than 50% since this time last year. The figure consists of contracted members and agents who have signed a Letter of Intent to join OnTheMarket.com when total support reaches 7,500 offices.…
Read MoreInterested in converting more valuations this year?
A common frustration within the industry is how to set yourself above the rest when attending valuations. Now, I’m not trying to teach anyone how to suck eggs, as I would expect you to know your own methods and techniques to win business, but another string to the bow won’t hurt… … So how about…
Read MoreHow to choose the right marketing support for you including Brucie bonuses!
So, there are many great articles by my lovely colleagues on estate agent networking outlining the benefits of digital marketing, especially social media, and PR activities for estate agencies at all levels from local independents to national companies. Recent research by marketing and pr team www.apassionforhomes.com shows that when asked to choose the most important factor…
Read MoreGetting the right Agency Abroad look.
How important is it to appeal to English buyers looking for property in the South of Spain? Fairfield displays have been installing window displays in agencies across the South of Spain for a number of years with a desire from agencies owners to look and feel like estate agents do in the UK with clear…
Read MoreHOW TO DESIGN YOUR LIVING ROOM
The living room is one of the most used rooms in your home. It’s where we get together with family and friends, to entertain, relax, play and sometimes, just to be together. A well designed living room is one that works hard for you and your family. This room needs to be multi-functional, practical and also…
Read More‘Reliance on Rightmove and Zoopla carries significant risk’, says Paul Smith, CEO of Spicerhaart
Paul Smith, CEO of Spicerhaart and a Non-Executive Director of Agents’ Mutual comments: OnTheMarket.com launched less than a year ago into a highly competitive marketplace but in this short space of time, the brand has already become familiar to millions of property-seekers across the country. The website was carefully designed to create a search function…
Read MoreRepair Tips For Landlords from @Fixflo:
Investing in property may be seen as a safe way to make money, but it can be an expensive one too! If you’re new to buy to let you’ll quickly find out that the costs don’t stop once you’ve purchased the property. While ensuring that rent covers your fixed outgoings (mortgage, insurance, service charge etc) is…
Read MoreDESIGN RULES: ADDING PERSONALITY TO A SPACE.
This post is part of my Design Rules series, and I’ll be showing you how you can add personality to your space. I’ll be sharing with you some ‘rules’ to help you create a space with a ‘Personality’ that works for the space. I use the term ‘rules’ loosely when it comes to design, it’s more guidance…
Read MoreWhy not license Real Estate in Spain?
Why do the Spanish authorities not fall into line with other European countries and license the real estate industry? If other European countries you need to have a degree in a property field to be able to become a real estate agent or have at least 10 years experience in the industry to get a…
Read MoreLondon Estate Agents – Earning Half the Tea in China.
My fellow geniuses and I at eMoov have just finished a cool piece of research. It will shock you. And if you’re an estate agent of the dyed-in-the-wool variety, spare your blushes and look away now. We thought it would be informative, probably shocking and certainly controversial to analyse the amount that Londoners have spent on…
Read MoreProperty seekers care about their commute costs, do you?
Property seekers don’t just need to know the cost of the place, but the cost of living in it, which is why most property sites show energy performance certificates. Whilst helpful, it’s still missing a major part of daily life for most people – commuting to and from work. As commute costs can be the…
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