Recent Articles

How can the property market survive the Coronavirus crisis? (in: Buying and Selling Property Checklists)
Mar 20, 2020

Normally I spend my time steeped in UK property market figures, but currently, there are of little use. So far this year all of the UK indices are pointing towards a strong start to the first half of the year, but as we all know, this is likely to dissipate over the coming months. Read my advice here on what to do in this unchartered territory.

What should you do if you are about to rent or considering renting a home? (in: Tenant and Landlord Property Checklists)
Mar 20, 2020

Many existing tenants are likely to want to stay where they are during the crisis, especially now we are in lock down. If you have a moved booked in within a few days of the lock down and can't postpone, plus the agent is happy to do it and the tenant can get removals organised, it may be possible to do, but you must follow the government guidelines on social distancing. 

What should you do if you are letting a home? (in: Tenant and Landlord Property Checklists)
Mar 20, 2020

If you are currently letting a home and the new tenants have yet to move in, it would be wise to read the article on ‘What is different about buying, selling, letting, renting and investing in property in the UK during the threat of Corona Virus?’, as this explains what you need to do to protect your existing and new tenants as well as yourself. Read more to find out what to do if you are already letting a home.

How do you manage a let property with the threat of Coronavirus? (in: Tenant and Landlord Property Checklists)
Mar 20, 2020

Please note: This will be the page to come back to on a daily or weekly basis. This is because, as managing a property requires ‘contact’ - albeit that it can be carried out at a ‘social distance’ - as we are all being asked to stay at home as the disease spreads, the way properties are managed will change. Currently, the most important thing is to make sure you read our ‘new rules’ with regard to contact when carrying out property management duties, so you stay safe and reduce the chance of the virus spreading.

How do you access help if you can't afford your home? (in: Financing property checklists)
Mar 20, 2020

Don’t worry: If you are concerned about keeping a roof over your head, there is help available. Whatever you do, don’t just stop paying your rent or mortgage. If you want to help yourself and your family through this difficult time, you must communicate that you are struggling. What financial help can you access?