Which homes are exempt from council tax?

Depending on circumstances, some homes are exempt from council tax.  This can be homes that are either occupied or unoccupied. Whilst the property is classed as exempt there will be no council tax bill to pay.

Which homes will be exempt from council tax?

The classes of exempt homes and the exempt periods are shown below.

Class B 

A home which is unoccupied and owned by a charity will be exempt for 6 months from the day it was last occupied.

Class D

A home which … Continue Reading…

Richard James Named Best Agent In Central Region By Relocation Agent Network!

We are delighted to announce we have won Relocation Agent Network’s prestigious 2014 Best Agent Central Regional Award at the Network’s annual National Conference, held at the Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel, London on Friday 14 November. This is the fourth successive year we have won this acclaimed award.

The annual prize gives the winning Network member the title of ‘Best Agent in the Central Region’ and is awarded on a number of criteria measuring the agent’s overall contribution to Relocation Agent … Continue Reading…

We Return From National Estate Agency Conference

The Richard James team have just returned from another fantastic and informative Relocation Agent Network National Conference. The day was packed with top tips, business recommendations and innovative ideas that we can’t wait to put into practice here in Wellingborough & Irthlingborough.

Taking place on 14 November at London’s Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel, we heard from business experts including, digital media expert, Andrew Davis; one of few who predicted the economic crisis, Roger Martin-Fagg; and Jamil Qureshi, a top motivational speaker … Continue Reading…

Does your estate agent really know your home?

An interesting article written by J D Gallagher Estate Agents based in Lancashire.

Just recently I got engaged. It happened in New York which unknown to me at the time is the diamond capital of America. Having burst into tears (and of course saying yes), John and I went in search of the perfect engagement ring. I’m not going to bore you with my full story however some rather interesting events happened which I can relate to in the world of … Continue Reading…

Richard James Looks Forward To National Estate Agency Conference

The Richard James team will join fellow estate agents from across England, Scotland and Wales on 14 November to attend a National Conference in London. Hosted by Relocation Agent Network, the event is exclusively for its members (including us!) and a great opportunity to find out the very latest innovations and industry recommendations.

Taking place at the Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel, the Conference will include a trade exhibition and expert keynote speakers including… digital media expert, Andrew Davis; one of few … Continue Reading…

Richard James Shortlisted For 2014 Best Agent In Central Region Award

We are pleased to announce we have been shortlisted by Relocation Agent Network, a national network of independent estate agents, for the 2014 Best Agent Central Region Award.

The winner will be announced at a black tie evening Awards Dinner held at the Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel, London on Friday 14 November. The Awards Dinner closes Relocation Agent Network’s annual National Conference, which this year is hosted by acclaimed comedy actor, Stephen Mangan.

Relocation Agent Network’s 2014 Best Agent Central Region Award … Continue Reading…