Posts Tagged ‘housing’
Warning of slowdown in the construction industry.
This week (Tuesday) at the National Housing Federation’s (NHF) Brexit conference the social housing sector warns of a slowdown in the construction industry. In their press release on the 19th July the (NHF) pointed out that: Early findings from new CEBR analysis suggest a construction slowdown may be on the horizon with shares in construction…
Read MoreThings to ask your seller before you move
We all know that moving house can be a stressful experience and there are many things which can make the process a little easier. The following little things can really help you with your move to your new home. Forwarding address Changing to a new address can take time and I wouldn’t be surprised if…
Read MorePrivate rental sector demand continues to rise
Surveys of more than 1,800 Private Rented Sector (PRS) landlords and tenants undertaken by BDRC Continental on behalf of Paragon Mortgages has revealed a high degree of tenant satisfaction, and the role landlords see the PRS playing in the provision of housing in the UK. Demand for properties to rent rose in the first quarter…
Read MoreHALIFAX HPI MAY
The Halifax House Price Index released today headlines “Annual House Price Growth Unchanged at 9.2%” Prices in the three months to May were 9.2% higher than in the same three months a year earlier. House prices in the latest three months (March-May) were 1.4% higher than in the preceding three months. Martin Ellis, Halifax…
Read MoreLack of affordability creating multigenerational households
According to Aviva’s recent inaugural ‘Home’ report focusing on the changing face of UK households, multigenerational households could be set to grow in popularity as property costs continue to rise. Newly released research from Aviva reveals the number of 21-34s living with parents increased by 32% that is more than half a million people since…
Read More1000 new built for rent homes for London
Recent press release from the Department for Communities and Local Government, Homes and Communities Agency and Brandon Lewis MP headlined ‘Boost to London Housing from 1000 homes Built to Rent’. Two multi-million pound deals that will see over 1,000 new homes built in the capital specifically for private rent have been welcomed by Housing Minister…
Read MoreFive home upgrades that can really pay off
Almost half of Brits plan to give their home a makeover in the next year and they will spend an average of £3,342 on these projects. But not all these jobs will add value to their homes. If you would like to boost your property’s value, make sure these home upgrades are on your to-do…
Read MoreNew High for Tenant Evictions
According to a most recent blog from Central Housing Group “tenant evictions reach highest level on record” The number of tenants evicted from their homes by bailiffs reached a record high in 2015, according to official figures for England and Wales showing that 42,728 households in rented accommodation were forcibly removed. Housing campaigners blamed welfare…
Read MoreTips and tricks for selling your home
Maybe you want to start a new chapter of your life next year? Maybe you’re considering retiring to the countryside? Whatever the reason, you’ll want to ensure you get the maximum price for your home when you do put it on the market. This isn’t the easiest of tasks, but if you want to get…
Read MoreHow safe is your home?
Keeping your home and family safe is one of the things which you strive for in life. But sometimes when you move to a new area, it can be a bit daunting knowing how to keep your home safe. There is always talk around your local neighbourhood or street about crime and that can make…
Read MoreThe Race for London Mayor
The 2016 London Mayoral election will be held on 5th May to elect the new Mayor of London, the London assembly election will take place on the same day. The are twelve candidates presently contesting to become London mayor and succeed Boris Johnson, the two candidates at the head of the contest according to the…
Read MoreShould Purplebricks be using these types of TV adverts?
Don’t get me wrong, I love the Purplebricks TV adverts and quite obviously they work… in fact, I think of all the hybrid/online models in the UK- they will be the ones that will succeed because of their model – but spending £1m a month on TV adverts is beyond most agents budgets, yet I…
Read MoreBuying a property through auction
Auctions can be a great way to snap up a bargain. It is a quick and cost effective method when buying a property. However, it is important that you understand the process and are prepared for the issues that may lie ahead. Before the auction The first step to take is to look on the…
Read MoreHunting for a home? The first time buyers guide
As we all know climbing onto the property ladder can be a difficult task. It can be a very overwhelming experience because you can get lost in mountains of paperwork and sometimes you are unsure of what you are even doing. Using a guide to determine the process can really help you work out the…
Read MoreLords vote on changes re social housing tenants
On Monday the House of Lords considered changes that would see social housing tenants charged market rates once a household earns over £30,000, this threshold would be more than £40,000 in London. The Lords reportedly voted 240 to 176 for allowing local authorities to decide whether or not to charge an increased rent for those…
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