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Appeal Court backs estate owners over leasehold extensions
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Home owners looking to extend their lease may now have to pay more following a controversial judgement by the Court of Appeal.
Out with the old? In with the new?
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
January is traditionally a time for “out with the old, in with the new” with sweeping resolutions for a fresh start. Thankfully we’ve been somewhat more protective of our built environment over the years and retained much of the heritage and architectural gems displayed in our old towns. But there’s also a definite need for new build. The UK is desperately short of housing, and in November’s Budget Chancellor Philip Hammond announced plans to build five new garden towns as part of the government’s ambitious plans to significantly boost house-building in the UK.
New Year, new home?
Friday, January 12, 2018
With a renewed commitment from the government to new homes provision in November’s Budget and a reduction on stamp duty for first time buyers, it could well be that a new home is once again top of the property wish list in 2018.
Period drama to contemporary cool
Thursday, January 11, 2018
There’s a definite trend towards homes with an “old” exterior yet which are bang up to date inside the front door. From thatched cottages to barn conversions, if you buy a period building, you’re not just buying a new home, but a piece of national heritage. You may want to adopt an “out with the old, in with the new” approach, but with a sympathetic approach you can create your dream home, keeping all the aesthetics of period charm but with the functionality and minimalism of contemporary cool.
Safety first!
Thursday, January 4, 2018
The UK appears to be getting increasingly stormy as illustrated this week by Storm Eleanor. Across Britain, homes were left without power, properties suffered structural damage and many were flooded. Before the next storm blows in, a few precautions could help you to minimise any damage. So here are some tips to protect your home and get back to normal if your property is damaged.
Keeping an older house cosy
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Winter is suddenly upon us and if you’re the owner of a period home, you may be feeling a few draughts and chilly spots in your home. Here’s a few small changes that will make a real difference and you’re your heating bill down.
