Christmas Toy Appeal
For many of us Christmas is a joyful time of year; spending time with loved ones, sharing gifts and comfort. However, not everyone sees Christmas the same. For many families it is a challenging time, and financial pressures can make it even harder to enjoy the fun of the festive period. Which is why this year we have partnered with Family Action’s Toy Appeal to help make Christmas magical for the children they support.
Each year, Family Action receive requests from … Continue Reading…
Richard James Named Best Agent In The Central Region By Relocation Agent Network
We are proud to announce we have been crowned ‘Best Agent in the Central Region’ by Relocation Agent Network. We received our 2021 Best Agent Central Regional Award at a recent Awards Dinner, which followed the Network’s National Conference and Best Regional Award Richard JamesExhibition.
Held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Friday 3 December the Awards Dinner was hosted by television broadcaster and technology journalist, Georgie Barrat.
The annual prize gives the winning Network member the title of ‘Best Agent in … Continue Reading…
A Guide to Rent Guarantors for Landlords
When a landlord has a niggle of anxiety over whether a prospective tenant will pay their rent, there is a way they can help protect their investment.
A landlord can ask a tenant to provide a guarantor to ‘guarantee the tenancy’.
Guarantors are often family members or close friends – and a little bit like a human safety net.
If the tenant can’t (or won’t) pay what they owe the landlord, the guarantor has to stump up the cash – or face the … Continue Reading…
Write to Santa and get a personalised reply
This year we’re offering the chance for children to receive a letter from Santa. All you need to do is download the form below or you can collect one from us.
Then drop it into the Rushden office as we have a very special postbox which is just for Santa!
We ensure all letters from your children are replied to by Father Christmas and his team of helpers.
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What Makes a Property Unmortgageable
Selling a property can be tricky at the best of times, but when a property is deemed unmortgageable things can get complicated.
‘Unmortgageable’ means lenders won’t allow a potential buyer to borrow the money they need to buy a property. For many sellers, this can be a knockout blow and can significantly reduce their options.
Here are five common reasons why lenders won’t finance a purchase.
1) The property is uninhabitable
This applies to derelict properties, buildings that have been abandoned, that pose safety … Continue Reading…
Councils Under Pressure to Clamp Down on Lax Landlords
Landlords who struggle with all the rules and regulations associated with renting out a property – be warned.
Councils are coming under increasing pressure to throw the book at landlords who flout the law.
Even if you’ve gotten away with a ‘near enough is good enough’ approach so far, winging it isn’t a sustainable long-term strategy.
Calls for a get-tough approach
The demand for stricter enforcement is coming from two sides: tenants’ rights groups (as you might expect) and the private rental sector itself.
The … Continue Reading…
Why Your Home Could Be Bad for Your Health
For most of us, our home is a haven. But what if it is making you ill
Mould and damp
Mould and damp are caused by excess moisture in the home – perhaps due to leaking pipes, roof damage, or condensation build-up. They can cause respiratory issues, nausea and vomiting, and general illness, so it’s important to stay ahead of any fungal growths or damp patches.
Quick tips to prevent mould are:
Air your bathroom when bathing to get rid of condensation
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Richard James Shortlisted For Best In Region Award
We are thrilled to announce we have been shortlisted for the 2021 Best Agent Central Region Award by Relocation Agent Network, a national network of selected estate agents.
The winner will be announced at a black tie evening Awards Dinner held at Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Friday 3 December 2021. The Awards Dinner, hosted by the television broadcaster, Georgie Barrat, will close Relocation Agent Network’s annual National Conference and Exhibition.
The 2021 Best Agent Central Region Award is an annual prize that … Continue Reading…
Landlords – Five Fantastic Ways to Make More Profit
Some people think the only way landlords can make more profit is to ruthlessly keep hiking up their tenants’ rent.
But that’s incorrect on two fronts. Firstly, continually increasing a tenant’s rent is no strategy to keep them long term. Secondly, the five ways we’re about to share with you can increase your bottom line without being mercenary.
Review your mortgage rates – regularly: Start by lowering your biggest regular cost – your buy-to-let mortgage. It’s possible to secure a new mortgage … Continue Reading…
Why You Should Prepare Now for a Post-Christmas Sale
There’s one day of the year when the stars align for sellers in Wellingborough, Irthlingborough & Rushden, and it’s not too far off.
If you’re planning on selling up anytime soon, you’d be mad not to capitalise on this opportunity.
Keep reading to find out more.
Behold the Boxing Day home hunters
You may think the festive season, with its public holidays, boozy lunches, and family gatherings, isn’t a great time to take a property to market – but you’d be wrong.
Internet traffic booms … Continue Reading…