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27th June 2019
8 Most Influential People In The History Of UK Property
Posted by deverellsmith
Every single one of us in our day to day working lives helps to shape the future of UK property. Today’s built environment is testament to the centuries of hard work and persistence from inspiring and influential personalities.
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27th June 2019
What is a HMO Property?
A guide about HMO's. To determine what is an HMO we need to start with what ‘HMO’ stands for ie. House in Multiple Occupancy or House of Multiple Occupation.
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27th June 2019
Housebuilders face Help to Buy code of conduct
Posted by The Oracle Group
In an in interview with the Times, Housing Secretary James Brokenshire reveals that the Government is introducing “codes of practice” or “quality requirements” that housebuilders would need to meet to access the revised Help to Buy scheme, which will begin in 2021.
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26th June 2019
Pure Town Planning- Approved advertisement consent for illuminated sign in New Milton
Posted by Pure Town Planning
New Forest District Council: Dan Wilden has recently secured advertisement consent for a new illuminated sign on the gable end wall of a commercial property in New Milton town centre.
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26th June 2019
The pitfalls of varying a lease
Posted by Strettons
It is common for parties to vary the terms of an existing lease, particularly in times of economic uncertainty. This can include varying the extent of the demise or varying the rent. It can often allow either party to have greater flexibility but it is a process, not without its pitfalls.
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26th June 2019
More buyers seeking more properties
Posted by The Oracle Group
A daily roundup of all the key property news and views.Demand from prospective house buyers in the UK climbed to its highest level in eight months during May, according to new property industry figures. The number of house hunters registered per estate agent branch across the country rose by 16% from 265 to 307 last month.
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25th June 2019
Proptech on deck at Propsail
Posted by Datscha
What a fantastic few days we had at PropSail 2019 at The Royal London Yacht Club in Cowes, Isle of Wight.For the second year running, Datscha was proud to be one of the main sponsors of this fantastic property networking event which is open to all abilities.
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25th June 2019
Housing bodies demand billions for new affordable homes
Posted by The Oracle Group
A daily roundup of all the key property news and views.The Government must increase spending to build 145,000 affordable homes every year as the only solution to the housing crisis, according to a new report. The National Housing Federation, Shelter, Crisis, the Campaign To Protect Rural England and the Chartered Institute of Housing have joined forces to issue the call.
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24th June 2019
Why a shareholders agreement is vital
The early stages of setting up a company can be an exciting yet challenging time. There are so many tasks to be carried out and, as such, dealing with legal matters can sometimes slip to the bottom of the pile to be dealt with at a later date.However, it is extremely important during these early stages where everything is positive and everybody is focused and getting along so well,
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24th June 2019
Votta- What some of our clients have to say
We have recieved an exceptional service from David. It was refreshing to meet and deal with a letting Agent who is genuinely, friendly helpful and we feel is in total control of dealing with all our 3 properties we let in Broadstairs. We found that not only does David find the best Tenants to suit us he will inform us to put our minds at rest as we do not live locally to ensure we do not have the worry
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24th June 2019
Support The Intrepid Macmillan Dorset Bike Riders
Posted by Coles Miller
Five charity cyclists from Coles Miller Solicitors will be among the intrepid fundraisers in the forthcoming Macmillan Dorset Bike Ride.Neil Andrews, Laura Hall, Chris Whittle, Nick Balchin and Joe Edwards will be among hundreds taking part in the popular annual ride, which is sponsored by Coles Miller.
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24th June 2019
Why the best letting agents will take centre stage post-fees ban
The tenant fee ban is finally here and in a post-fees market, it will inevitably be letting agencies that take a traditional approach with a focus on high customer service, that will be of huge value to landlords.Following the introduction of the Act, landlords and renters will increasingly appreciate the level of service provided by the country's best letting agents, with those that are well-equipped and well prepared in the strongest position as we move through the second half of 2019 and into 2020.
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