Landlords – The End is Nigh! Posted on May 26, 2020"Landlords - The End is Nigh" Landlords, you know that the The Tenant Fees Ban transition period ends on 31 May 2020, don't you? That’s less than one week away!I asked James Duffy, MARLA MNAEA MIRPM, Branch Manager and Compliance Coach here at Callaways , to give further guidance for Landlords on the Tenant Fees Act.Read More
VIPs – Very Important Property Statistics Posted on May 26, 2020"Very Important Property Statistics" We pride ourselves on our extensive experience and local knowledge. After all, Callaways has occupied the same location as it does now in Church Road, Hove since 1935!Indeed, it is extremely important that the agent you choose to represent you in the sale of your property is fully conversant with every aspect of the locality and the market.Read More
Not all Lettings Agents are created equal Posted on May 20, 2020"Not all Lettings Agents are created equal" Landlords, do you know the differences between an ARLA Propertymark Lettings Agent, and one which isn't?So, here, James Duffy (right), MARLA Propertymark Licensed Professional explains.Read More
Brighton – Britain’s Favourite Place Posted on May 12, 2020"Brighton - Britain's Favourite Place (#BFP)" Brighton is Britain's favourite place to spend free time and relax! Named as the “happiest place in the UK” by The Daily Express, it's easy to see why so many Britons choose Brighton as their preferred weekend getaway location.Read More
Landlords – How does your garden grow? Posted on May 12, 2020"Landlords - How Does Your Garden Grow?" Is it a garden, an oasis of tranquillity, or a jungle?Are you thinking of renting out your home or property with a garden? Your garden is an extension of your property, a welcome retreat for dining, playing, relaxing, and tending!During this period of lockdown, how much we, as a nation, have come to appreciate our green spaces, parks and public gardens, our tubs and shrubs, our balconies and display boxes.Read More
Brighton & Hove – is life a beach during lockdown? Posted on May 5, 2020"Is life a beach during lockdown in Brighton & Hove?" It wasn’t too long ago that the UK media was reporting the so-called ‘Boris Bounce’ in the UK property market.The political saga that played out in the run-up to Brexit was still very much in peoples’ minds.Read More
Landlords – How to Navigate through Lockdown Posted on May 5, 2020"Landlords & Lockdown" Can you spare 60 minutes on 19 May? Quick quiz - could YOU answer the following 3 lockdown lettings questions?My gas safety certification is due, but my tenant won't let my contractor in - what should I do? My tenant tells me he's lost his job and can't pay his rent - what next? MEES? Sorry?In two weeks' time, 19 May 2020 14.Read More
Leap of Faith in Property Posted on April 30, 2020'Leap of Faith in Property' Just a couple of months ago, my team and I were discussing this year's leap year, 29 February. A leap year occurs every four years – this is about as frequently as many people used to move house during the heady days of property speculation that sparked the boom market!And 29 February happened BC - Before Covid.Read More
Ready to move? Posted on April 21, 2020"Ready to move?" Have your moving plans been put 'on hold' until the Coronavirus lockdown ends? If your home isn’t yet on the market, the UK Government has advised people buying and selling homes to put their transactions on hold.Read More
Is Brighton the right place for you? Posted on April 21, 2020"Is Brighton the right place for you?" Brighton - known as Britain's most sought after and energetic seaside city - might be the breath of fresh air you need. Within a close radius to London (an hour by train to be precise) and minutes away from the countryside it is easy to see why so many young people and professionals choose Brighton over London and its surrounding suburbs.Read More
