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The apocalyptic home improvements to protect your house for the end of the world
With a worldwide health pandemic, people irrationally panic buying and a countrywide lockdown, you’d be forgiven for thinking the end of the world was nigh. It can be costly to panic buy five years worth of loo roll and hand sanitizer, so leading tradesperson comparison site, HaMuch.com, has looked at where that money could be…
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Calls for ISA extension as deadline looms
Peer to peer lending platform, Sourced Capital, has called for a delay to April’s ISA deadline due to the impact of the Coronavirus to allow those investing via an Innovative Finance, Cash or Stocks and Shares ISA to make the most of their tax-free allowance. Sourced Capital, also looked at the returns of the Cash,…
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Average rental deposit down -10% since the ban on tenant fees
The latest research by Hamilton Fraser’s deposit replacement scheme Ome, has found that the average rental deposit being paid by tenants in England has fallen -10.3% since the ban on tenant fees was introduced in June 2019. Ome looked at the average cost of a rental deposit in the six months prior to the introduction…
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Supporting the construction industry is paramount
During the daily Downing Street coronavirus briefing, Health Secretary, Matt Hancock echoed the government’s stance that construction sites can keep working if workers are able to stick to social distancing rules. He said: “The judgment we have made is that in work, in many instances, the 2m rule can be applied. Where possible, people should…
National Federation of Builders
Welcome news to support the self employed
The Chancellor has announced a range of packages to support the self-employed, which mirrors the offering made to directly employed workers. The scheme’s eligibility is for anyone earning less than £50,000, is based on the last three years tax returns and covers 80% of profits, up to £2,500. HMRC will directly contact those who are…
National Federation of Builders
A consistent message will keep construction safe
The Government has been working hard with industry to ensure that construction is heard and supported throughout this pandemic. Industry guidance will improve onsite working practices, however, construction also requires a consistent message so that we can best protect our industry. Richard Beresford, chief executive of the National Federation of Builders (NFB), said: “The Prime…
National Federation of Builders
Construction needs specific COVID-19 working practice guidelines
As well as offering member guidance on government intervention and stopping the transmission and spread of COVID-19, the National Federation of Builders (NFB) has been frequently speaking to its members about safe practices they have implemented in their businesses and on site. Industry does not want to stop working and this puts construction in an…
National Federation of Builders
Safe working environments in construction are paramount
In a televised address, the Prime Minister announced a series of strict measures aimed at limiting the spread of the COVID-19 virus. He announced that people must now stay home or risk facing fines. People will only be allowed to leave their home for the following purposes: shopping for basic necessities, as infrequently as possible…
National Federation of Builders
Chancellor unveils wage rescue package
The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak has announced a wage subsidy package intended to protect millions of jobs. He and the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson have faced increasing pressure to provide additional support for businesses as many were warning of collapse, putting many jobs at risk. In his speech, Sunak announced the launch of the coronavirus job…
National Federation of Builders
How many bog rolls do you need to buy or rent in the UK property market?
It’s June 2020, confidence in the UK property market remains as buyers, sellers, tenants and landlords all continue to transact via online platforms. Working from home is now the norm, however, the only currency being accepted is loo rolls. Luckily, GetAgent.co.uk has translated previous property prices based on archaic pounds and pence into the new…
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It’s time for the Government to act again
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic will have a disastrous impact on the construction industry. There have been a number of measures announced to support UK businesses such as the £330 billion economy boosting package announced by the Chancellor and delivery drivers being considered key workers. This will all help, however, with some industries understandably receiving special…
National Federation of Builders
3 Month agent listing fee discount from OnTheMarket.com
I am pleased to announce a 3-month, 33% monthly listing fee discount as a payment support initiative for our agent customers. The discount will be given to all OnTheMarket agent customers who are paying on full-tariff listing agreements. For these agents the discount will apply automatically for invoices issued in the 3 months starting in…
Vikki Bennett
Eight famous faces who made their money through property investment
Property investment can be a lucrative game and peer to peer lending platform, Sourced Capital, has looked at eight famous faces who have made their millions primarily through property despite being famous for other career choices. Jeremy Renner Best known most recently for playing Hawkeye in the Avengers films, Renner has made it big on…
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Interview with Ian Waxman founder of PAD Residential
Ian Waxman is founder of PAD Residential, an Estate & Lettings Agent based in Manchester City Centre. He’s been in the property business for over 40 years, so today we asked him 4 key questions to find out a bit more about him and his history… 1. Tell us about yourself and how long you’ve…
Christopher Walkey
Rightmove House Price Index – Sales surge pushes new-to-market prices to record high
Sales surge pushes new-to-market prices to record high Average new seller asking prices hit record high of £312,625, pushing annual price growth to 3.5% Record prices fuelled by strong buyer demand and lack of supply compared to the same period a year ago: Number of sales agreed up by 17.8%, to the highest at this…
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