Most of us can remember the housing crash that hit the UK back in the early 90s which had a devastating impact on the state of the UK property market for over a decade. Unfortunately, this once distant memory has now begun to feel more and more familiar again in recent years. Last year, 2018 […]
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The property market can be difficult to navigate, especially in London. With rental properties in high demand, the topic of refurbishment can be complicated for property owners unsure how much is necessary to keep their properties in prime condition, but still maximising potential financial benefits. Luckily, Westcolt Surveyors are on hand to help. Assessing Your
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Have you hired a London block management company but are dissatisfied with their service? Maybe its poor communication or you aren’t getting what you are paying for, but either way, you know they aren’t the right company for you. Once you have this realisation, it’s time to start looking around for a new company you
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Managing your properties can be a full time job if you’re trying to manage it all yourself, and although it may seem like the best option if you’re on a budget, this isn’t always the case. Managing a large property portfolio requires a specific range of skills, knowledge and dedication that most landlords just don’t
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Rather than sticking to the normal purchasing method of properties, have you ever considered buying a property from an auction? The experience and process of purchasing a property by auction is very different compared to your standard purchase; however, it can be exhilarating and profitable. Through buying at auction, you can fight for a property
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Service charge disputes between landlords and leaseholders are a common occurrence, especially with the huge rate and increase of leased and rented properties across the UK. Tenants often have misunderstandings of their service charge agreements and fight against the charges levied against them by landlords. Here are some quick-fire tips to winning a service charge
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Many commercial and residential buildings use property managing agent in London. Property managing agents can help maintain and promote your properties. Choosing one is not that simple either, as prices can vary depending on the duties of the managing agent. Before embarking on your journey to appointment a block management company in the London area,
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Are you thinking about appointing a London block management company? Block management is the process of managing residential properties. A London block management company collects rent and service charges on your behalf. It also organises the work and maintenance on the property. It is a perfect solution for building owners too busy to take care with
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If you own a property in London, in light of recent reports that suggest the values of properties may drop in the London area, you may want to consider ways in which you can adding value to your property. There are a number of ways in which value can be added to a property, although
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The property market is constantly fluctuating due to a number of economic, demographic and social variables – such as the country’s decision to leave the EU, interest rates, inflation, population growth and the rate of houses being built. Recently, London has become the victim to a decrease in property prices for a number of reasons.
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