Monthly Archives: January 2021

Breathing Space Law – Why Landlords with Tenants in Arrears need to know this

January 28th, 2021|

Earlier this month, the Government set out details of a new Debt Respite Scheme (Breathing Space Moratorium and Mental Health Crisis Moratorium) - which is to be also known as ‘Breathing Space’ law - that comes into effect in May 2021. This new law is designed to give tenants legal protection from all creditors - including [...]

WHAT’S THE IDEAL PROPERTY FOR 2021?

January 19th, 2021|

Despite all the economic uncertainty surrounding Brexit and Covid 19, last year proved to be a stellar year as far as property transactions and prices were concerned. Boosted by pent up demand following the first lockdown and the announcement of the stamp duty holiday, buyers came out in their droves to upgrade, relocate or improve their [...]

Martin’s Top 10 Ideas for Using Space Under the Stairs

January 13th, 2021|

MARTIN’S 10 IDEAS TO USE SPACE UNDER THE STAIRS In today’s modern homes, space is a premium, so you need to make the most of every last inch. Aside from ‘Harry Potter’ style hideaways, the space under the stairs is often just a dumping ground for the vacuum cleaner and not much else. But why not [...]

Martin’s Top Tips for Improving Your Bathroom

January 9th, 2021|

Second to kitchens, bathrooms are those rooms that can make your property instantly more appealing and therefore add value. Even if you’re not in the market for selling, having a lovely space to carry out your morning rituals will set you up for the rest of the day. Here’s Martin’s Top Tips for improving your bathroom. [...]

What Does 2021 Spell for the UK Property Market?

January 5th, 2021|

What does 2021 spell for the property market? Despite lockdown#3 being thrust upon us on 4th January, just as most people were returning to their more normal routines after the Christmas / New Year break, it seems that this news will do little to slow the momentum of the UK property market - given that official [...]

Top Tips on Short Term Holiday Lets

January 5th, 2021|

Top Tips on Short Term Holiday Lets When you say the words ‘rental property’, most people generally think of a traditional Buy to Let arrangement -  but there is an alternative rental strategy for property investors. The market for short term or holiday lets has caused some landlords over the years to switch from an AST [...]