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Wednesday April 18
Warning to landlords and letting agents over fake referencing
This week’s episode of “Bad Tenants, Rogue Landlords” (Thursday 19th April, Channel 5, 8pm) will serve as a warning to all landlords and letting agents over the dangers of fake tenant references, as landlord Paul Bloom faces a struggle to get his property back from a bogus company let. Paul…
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Tuesday April 17
Why Invest in Off-Plan Property?
What is Off-Plan? Purchasing a property off-plan means buying it prior to it being built. Elaborate floor plans, life-like computer generated images and detailed proposals will inform all you need to know about the future development. At first, it seems like a risky investment. However, it’s quite advantageous to put…
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Tuesday April 17
Should You Buy Solid Wood or Engineered Oak Doors?
When shopping for a new door, it can quickly become overwhelming as there are just so many different types for you to pick and choose from. For many, the focus will simply be the look of the door and this is understandable, however, it is important that you do some…
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Tuesday April 10
5 super easy ways to bring light and warmth…
When it comes to decorating and furnishing your home, consider the quality of the light before anything else. Nobody wants dark and dingy rooms – we all prefer bright and welcoming spaces flooded with natural daylight. However, if your bedroom or living room faces north, it will get no direct…
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Tuesday April 10
Should I clean my solar panels?
To clean or not to clean your solar PV panels, that is the question. There’s been something of a debate going on around this topic, with some people recommending regular cleaning while others claim it won’t make a difference and that you can even damage the panels in the process.…
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Tuesday April 10
6 steps to choosing the right bathroom radiator
Stylish bathroom heating is everywhere. Once thought of as a bit of a luxury, heated towel rails are now a staple of many homes, adding extra comfort and warmth to bathrooms large and small. However, when it comes to choosing a bathroom radiator for your home, you need a bit…
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Monday April 09
Is a swimming pool good for your property?
Owning a private swimming pool is a dream for many homeowners and there is no doubt that having your own pool can be fantastic for your quality of life. But if you are thinking of investing in a private pool it is worth thinking about whether it is right for…
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Thursday March 29
The North seeing a mini property boom!
The latest Nationwide House Price Index shows an annual increase of 2.1% in house prices, with a monthly decline of -0.2%. Annual house price growth remained subdued in March • UK annual house price growth steady at 2.1% • London again weakest performing region, with house prices down 1% year-on-year…
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Thursday March 29
When is the best time to sell your home?
It is widely known that there are good and bad times of year to buy and sell certain things; holidays are significantly cheaper if you travel outside the peak summer months, the January sales are a perfect time to kit yourself out with a new wardrobe… and the price of…
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Wednesday March 28
What Have The Recent Tax Hikes Cost The Average…
At the beginning of the tax year of 2016-17 then Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne implemented a 3% hike in stamp duty on houses which are not main residences. A tax mainly effecting landlords which has reportedly raked in over £1.4 Billion, more than double what was expected. Couple…
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Monday March 26
Ahead of new regulations, 73% of landlords and tenants…
73% of landlords/tenants are not aware of their property’s EPC rating 65% aren’t aware that improving their rating could save them money 95% have not measured their EPC rating New research has emerged revealing a number of staggering misconceptions around how Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings can impact…
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Wednesday March 21
Bank of England's buy to let changes make it…
Six months after the Bank of England’s (BoE) latest attempt to cool the buy to let market, almost two thirds of landlords (63 per cent) who are aware of the changes say it is now harder to get a mortgage. The changes, which come from BoE’s Prudential Regulatory Authority (PRA),…
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Wednesday March 21
Landlord Action responds to latest MoJ statistics
Section 21 no-fault possession claims down nearly 5000 The latest landlord possession figures released by The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) show that the number of accelerated possession cases (section 21 no-fault eviction) are on a downward trend, with nearly 5000 fewer cases in 2017 than in 2016. Paul Shamplina,…
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Tuesday March 20
The inspiration starts here…with a visit to Grand Designs…
The inspiration starts here…with a visit to Grand Designs Live (London’s ExCeL on 5 – 13 May 2018) Grand Designs Live, proudly sponsored by Anglian Home Improvements, returns to London’s ExCeL from 5 – 13 May 2018. Whether you’re planning a self-build, renovation or are adding the finishing touches, this…
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Tuesday March 20
Property market - slow start to the year
The latest Gov house price index shows that house prices have started the year with a fall of -0.3% month on month. UK house prices also grew by 4.9% in the year to January 2018, but this is also down from 5% in the year to December 2017.…
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Monday March 19
Seven ages of retirement planning
Research provides insight into the different ages at which people move from one financial phase to another. The division of human life into a series of ages appears to have been a common theme among writers and philosophers through the ages. Indeed, the idea is famously explored in a monologue…
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Wednesday March 14
Gas Safety Checks – New Legislation
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have changed the legislation for Gas Safety Checks. Landlord gas checks (CP12’s) will now be allowed to be done 2 months ahead of time whilst retaining the existing renewal date, like the rules of a car MOT. The new Gas Safety (Installation and Use)…
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Tuesday March 13
Keys – what keys? 5 key benefits of keyless…
How do you get into your home? No doubt, you have at least one front door key that enables entry, while securely protecting your belongings when you’re not at home. But is this really the safest and most convenient way of controlling access? Keyless door entry systems have been around…
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Thursday March 08
Free tickets - The Ideal Home Show, Olympia, London
Just Do Property have obtained some free tickets to The Ideal Home Show at Olympia for our subcribers. The Ideal Home Show is being held at Olympia, London 17th March – 2nd April 2018 If you'd like free tickets, simply click this link and quote JDPFREE The Ideal Home Show sponsored…
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Wednesday March 07
Halifax HPI shows lowest rate of annual growth since…
The latest Halifax House Price Index shows that prices are up 0.4% monthly, although they have dropped -0.7% over the quarter. While they are also up 1.8% annually, this is the lowest rate of annual growth since March 2013. Russell Galley, Managing Director, Halifax, said: “House prices continue to remain…
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Wednesday March 07
A Place in the Sun Live - Free ticket…
Just Do Property has been able to obtain some free tickets for our subcribers. A Place in the Sun Live is being held at Manchester Central 16 - 18 March 2018 If you'd like free tickets, simply click this link. A Place in the Sun Live is the official exhibition…
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Wednesday February 28
Renovation Hints and Tips
Taking on a renovation project could be a great way to get your dream home or to make some profit from a property investment venture We’re currently in the middle of a property renovation ourselves, so we’ve put together some hints and tips to guide you along the way. Finding…
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Wednesday February 28
A guide to buying your first home
Article 1 – The buying process When you are moving out for the first time, with so much to consider and such a huge amount of money at stake, it can be a daunting process that comes with lots of doubt. There are many necessary costs that you might not…
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Wednesday February 28
The way we build is changing through software design
Designing cities with software is becoming more common, as we pride ourselves on being a tech-driven society where there are no limits on what we can and can’t achieve with architectural structures. Together with Oasys Ltd, we consider how software has been used in the planning process of city spaces.…
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Monday February 19
DIY SOS
Recent research shows consumers are increasingly accessing pension drawdown without taking advice.The Financial Conduct Authority says that individuals who access their pension pot flexibly may need extra protection to manage withdrawals effectively, after it emerged that the number of people going without financial advice has risen dramatically.Figures published in the…
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Wednesday February 14
The Top Love Nest Property Price Performances from Romantic…
The Top Love Nest Property Price Performances from Romantic Films As the scent of roses and chocolate fills the air this Valentine’s Day, one of the best ways to get into the mood for love is to watch a feel good romantic film. However, with London seeing the lowest level…
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Monday February 12
Will you be able to rent out your property…
Were you aware that from April 2018, your property will need to be a minimum EPC rating of E or above to be able to rent it to a tenant? As a landlord, you are liable to pay a hefty fine if you do not adhere to the regulations.This…
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Thursday February 08
What property expenses are allowable to deduct against tax?
Here is another interesting question from one of our subscribers and one that is useful for every Landlord to know the answer to.When you work out your taxable rental profit you can deduct allowable expenses from your rental income. The expenses must be wholly and exclusively for the purposes of renting…
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Wednesday February 07
ANNUAL HOUSE PRICE GROWTH SLOWS TO 2.2%
Halifax have just released their latest House Price Index (HPI). • Prices in the last three months to January were 2.2% higher than in the same three months a year earlier, although the annual change in January was lower than in December (2.7%) • House prices remained unchanged in the recent quarter…
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Thursday February 01
What’s the right tenant contract to use?
AST or SPT?I was asked recently by a subscriber about whether their tenant would have to sign a new contract once the initial AST had expired.It can be quite a confusing area.AST is short for Assured Shorthold TenancySPT is short for Statutory Periodic AgreementSo, here you go. If you have a…
