Legal & General launches new Suburban Build to Rent division
Legal & General Capital (LGC) has announced the launch of its new Suburban Build to Rent (SBTR) business to develop large-scale, single family rental communities in suburban locations across the UK. The new housing arm will partner with UK housebuilders and undertake a direct delivery programme to bring forward over 1,000 homes each year from […]
The festive season is on its way
But we still have no idea quite what it will look like! What we can say, however, is that, if you move quickly, there is still time to let or rent before Christmas. There is no escaping the fact that 2020 has been an unimaginable year and many of us will be pleased to wave […]
Rental and housing markets remain strong
The UK rental market continues to see a growth in tenant demand and house sales have remained strong for the past month. The October 2020, RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors) Residential Market Survey reported expectations for rental growth remain positive over the near term for most parts of the country. In terms of sales, […]
Earthy tones are the colours of 2021
Those tenants thinking of accessorising their rental homes and landlords considering redecorating, will be interested to learn natural, earthy tones look set to remain popular. Indeed, Dulux has announced that its colour for next year will be Brave Ground, part of its new Earth palette. Colour designers, trend forecasters, design specialists, architects and editors from […]
Property and construction businesses to stay open
Those seeking to let or rent homes over the coming weeks can be reassured they can continue to do so during lockdown. Landlords having building work carried out or planning to have work down will also be allowed to do so under the new rules. Although there has been no official full announcement yet, it […]
Do you need help with your rental property during the pandemic?
It has been a difficult time for so many of us in so many different ways over the past few months. What has been heartening to see, however, is how much people have pulled together to help each other out where possible or have adapted their services to suit “the new normal.” Here at Norfolk […]
Five reasons to choose a lettings agency
New and experienced landlords have many reasons for choosing to work with a trusted and reliable agency, such as Norfolk Property Lettings & Management. Here are five of the key reasons: Lifting the stress Property lettings and management companies offer different levels from service, from simply finding and vetting tenants to complete on-going management. Some, […]
Calls for support for landlords and tenants
The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has renewed calls for a financial support package for landlords and tenants. The calls come in the wake of the Chancellor’s announcement on furlough schemes in local lockdown areas. Ben Beadle, chief executive of NRLA says: “The local furlough payments are not going to be enough to help renters who […]
Don’t stop gardening
Summer might be over and winter well on the way, but those with gardens or outside spaces are being urged not to stop gardening. Broadcaster and chartered horticulturist David Domoney says now more than ever the garden is essential in helping us with our physical and mental wellbeing. Best known as a presenter on ITV1’s […]
Home interior trends for autumn 2020
Winter warming and a touch of luxury are the home interior trends we are likely to be seeing this autumn 2020 season. Look out for colours and textures to help you feel cosy, relaxed and perhaps a little indulgent. It’s already been such a hard year for so many people and this autumn winter is […]