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13 Ways Lockdown Changed People’s Habits in Rayleigh & Hockley

As we get used to the ‘new normal’, we take a quick look back at how people’s habits dramatically changed during the lockdown—a 2-minute read. Recently The Sunday Times published a fascinating collection of statistics around how the lives of people in the UK transformed during lockdown. We’ve broken it down into four sections – Health, wealth, happiness and of course, homes. These...

What do tennis players and exceptional estate agents in Rayleigh & Hockley have in common?

In this two-minute read, we look at the similarities between tennis and how we deliver exceptional service for people in Rayleigh & Hockley. Next Monday the All England Lawn Tennis Championship was set to start. Wimbledon's hallowed courts were to welcome the very best players on planet Earth. But like many of the sporting, social and cultural events across the UK, it's been...

What Else Does 2020 Have in Store for Landlords In Rayleigh & Hockley.

In this three-minute read, we look at what lies ahead for landlords in 2020. If you had to sum up 2020 in one word (without using “unprecedented” because it has been overused) what would it be? Weird? Abnormal? Or what about unheard-of? Okay, maybe that is two words, but you catch our drift. Whatever adjective you choose, it is a safe bet that you will not forget the first six months of 2020...

Ten Feelgood Stories That Made Us Smile During Lockdown

Three months is a long time when you’re in lockdown. In this three-minute read, we look back at some of the feelgood stories and snippets that cheered us up during this extraordinary period. Clapping for the NHS We Brits are usually quite reserved, so it was quite something to see so many people out on the streets clapping, cheering, and banging saucepans for the NHS. The first Clap for Carers...

Tips for landlords in Rayleigh & Hockley as new electrical testing rules kick in

In this four-minute read, we look at the strict new regulations on electrical inspections that come into effect next month. As if landlords don’t have enough to contend with, new rules on Electrical Inspection Condition Reports (EICR) kick in next month. Final guidance from the government on this legislation is expected any day now, but here’s an overview. Every fixed electrical installation...

Five ‘musical’ tips to get your Rayleigh & Hockley home ready for summer

Discover the simple things you can do to get your property ready for sale or rent this summer. We promise you it’ll be music to your ears. A 90-second Fast Thursday read. Amid all the Covid-19 chaos that’s blighted our lives during the past three months, let’s hope brighter days are on the horizon. Literally. ‘Summer, summer, summertime’ officially starts on Saturday 20 June, and these...

Eviction Ban Means Rayleigh & Hockley Landlords Need Support More Than Ever

In this four-minute read, we look at the eviction ban extension and explain why now, more than ever, landlords need a property partner who has their back. Whether you’re a veteran landlord with years of experience, or a rookie still finding their feet, now is not the time to be going it alone. After all, Starsky had Hutch, Cagney had Lacey and Mulder had Scully (yep, we’ve watched lots of old...

Eight awesome ways to get the joy back in your life in Rayleigh & Hockley

In this Fast Thursday 90-second read we share eight things you can do to add a bit more joy into your life and your home. The past three months have been a challenging period for all of us. With soaring levels of anxiety, uncertainty, and loneliness, it feels as if a lot of joy has been sucked out of our lives. The good news is there are some simple things we can do to put a fresh spring into...

Enjoy your weekly dose of positive news in Rayleigh & Hockley

Here’s a two-minute dose of good news to lift your mood this Feelgood Friday. Pedal Power The number of Brits cycling has skyrocketed. New official figures reveal a 100% increase in people cycling on weekdays and a whopping 200% rise on weekends during lockdown. The trend has been welcomed by environmentalists, fitness campaigners and bike shops – where sales have gone through the roof. Such is...

How Covid-19 Changed the Property Market in Rayleigh & Hockley

Space may well have been the final frontier for the crew of the Starship Enterprise in Star Trek, but it’s also made the news recently much closer to home. According to a BBC report based on data from property portal Rightmove the Covid-19 induced lockdown has changed people’s priorities when it comes to buying or renting a new home. Indoor and outdoor space has always been a big draw for home...

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