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How to beat the home selling blues in Chelmsford.

GeneralStephen Frost20 January, 2021

Monday was officially the most depressing day of the year, as if we needed reminding. Scientists claim it’s the perfect storm for a downer. Money is tight, resolutions have fallen by the wayside, and the weather is rubbish. Add to that the lockdown and you have a recipe for doom and gloom. And if you…

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Eight Awesome Ways to Get Children Away from Their Screens in Chelmsford.

GeneralStephen Frost19 January, 2021

Many family homes across Chelmsford are now doubling up as school classrooms. The remote lockdown learning added to gaming and social media use means many young people spend up to 80-90 per cent of their waking time looking at computer screens. While educationally it’s essential, it’s also important they have some ways to ditch the…

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Three Ways Chelmsford Landlords Can Beat Blue Monday

GeneralStephen Frost18 January, 2021

We hate to be the bearers of bad news but today is the most depressing day of the year – otherwise known as Blue Monday. It’s the time of year when we fall into a post-Christmas slump because the weather is rubbish and money is tight. And as a landlord living through lockdown, your relationship…

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It’s Feelgood Friday: Time to Focus on a Little Bit of Good News…For A Change

GeneralStephen Frost15 January, 2021

We may be in the middle of a winter lockdown, but there are still plenty of reasons to be cheerful. Here are a few upbeat stories from around the world to lift your mood. Animal adoptions on track A campaign to promote animal adoptions has been a hit with Moscow commuters. Thirteen of the city’s…

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10 Little Lockdown Jobs for People in Chelmsford to Do Indoors.

GeneralStephen Frost14 January, 2021

If you’re at home with time on your hands at the moment here are 10 ‘little’ jobs you can try. If you’re home schooling, our advice is not to bother with this list and use any spare moments you have to take a well-earned rest. Here goes: Wash the windows inside and out. Oil squeaky…

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Leasehold Reforms: What You Should Know about the Government’s Changes.

GeneralStephen Frost13 January, 2021

What will the new leasehold reforms, announced last week, deliver for leasehold property owners in Chelmsford? Here’s what we know so far. Now, ‘leasehold reform’ may not be the sexiest of subject matters, but if you are one of the 4.3 million people in England who owns a leasehold property, don’t doze off as these…

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10 Feelgood Films to Bring Some Lockdown Light in Chelmsford.

GeneralStephen Frost12 January, 2021

At Martin & Co we love a good film, and we think the ones that have made it to this list are bound to leave you with a spring in your step and smile on your face. In no order. E.T. – Steven Spielberg’s extra-terrestrial is an all-time classic that is warming the hearts of…

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How Chelmsford Landlords Can Turn the Tables on Unflattering Stereotypes.

GeneralStephen Frost11 January, 2021

Type’ landlords are’ into Google, and the words that come up next are pretty unflattering. According to the global digital giant, the most commonly searched phrases are ‘landlords are parasites’ and ‘landlords are leeches’. A few other choice terms – that we’re too polite to use here – come up as well, but you get…

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Reasons to be cheerful in Chelmsford this Feelgood Friday.

GeneralStephen Frost8 January, 2021

With high Covid-19 rates reported in the UK, more lockdowns being announced across the globe and America in chaos you’d be forgiven for wanting to pull the duvet over your head and stay in bed. But because we’re eternal optimists at Martin & Co, we know better times are coming for Chelmsford, and we’ve rounded…

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8 Ways Homeowners in Chelmsford Can Reduce Their Heating Costs.

GeneralStephen Frost7 January, 2021

Here’s a question for you. What happens when you have a national lockdown in winter? Well, there a few things but one that’s guaranteed to happen is heating bills rocket. More people are at home whether to work, learn or stay safe, which means the thermostat gets turned up to keep everyone warm for longer…

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How to Avoid Falling Prey to Fraudsters When Buying a Home.

GeneralStephen Frost6 January, 2021

Even though we’re in lockdown, criminals are still out there trying to swindle people, so if you plan to buy a new home in Chelmsford in 2021, please heed UK Finance’s latest warning about an email scam that is on the rise. Here’s how it works. Fraudsters hack into the system of a conveyancing firm and monitor…

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Breaking News -The Chelmsford property market remains open despite new lockdown.

COVID-19Stephen Frost5 January, 2021

The Prime Minister announced at 8pm last night people in England will be going back into lockdown today following a surge in Coronavirus cases. The tighter restrictions include schools shutting until the February half-term for most pupils. People must now work from home if they can, and only essential shops can remain open. Which leads…

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This blog follows the buy-to-let market in Chelmsford. You'll find tips, guidance, and analysis that relates specifically to Chelmsford and you'll also find properties from all the estate agents in the town on here that may make decent investments. I operate Martin and Co in Chelmsford and if you're thinking of buying a property to let in Chelmsford, I'm happy to offer a second opinion.
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Stephen Frost

Hi, and thank you for visiting this blog. I have been in the Chelmsford Property market since 2008, owning and running with my excellent colleagues, the Martin and Co office in Chelmsford. I have always shared my thoughts on the local property market in Chelmsford with my landlords, but now I want to share with everyone in the town. On this blog, Emma and I will talk about what is happening in the town's property market itself, even looking at specific streets or housing estates. At other times, we will post what we consider decent buy to let deals. Some will be on the market with me (as we also sell property), but others will be on the market with other agents in Chelmsford. We like to look at the whole of market and give you, what we consider the best investment opportunities. Stephen

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