The Two Tax Tips Every Landlord Needs to Know
Our tax system is often criticised for being complicated and unwieldy, but by following two simple rules you can take the stress and hassle out of filing a return. Rule…
How to Make a Spare Room Work Best for You
Now’s the time to give your spare room some serious thought about how to make the best use of this extra space in your home. Especially after the past 18…
What Will the Homes of 2050 Look Like?
“It’s a home, Jim, but not as we know it.” The original phrase (we’ve replaced life with a home) didn’t even feature in the popular sci-fi show, apparently, but we’re…
Working from home not working?
With working from home now necessary for many jobs and industries, post-pandemic households are continuing to revaluate the space they need from their homes. 49% of home buyers feel their…
Should You Buy Your Rental Property Using a Limited Company?
Before becoming a landlord, you need to consider how you want to buy your rental property. There’s lots of tricky tax stuff to consider and changes to tax relief over…
How to Stay Dry All the Way through January
If you’re one of the millions of Brits who vowed to stay off the booze this month, hang in there – you’ve only 11 more days to go! Congratulations on…
Top Tips for Selling an Empty Property
Most estate agents will tell you that to secure a good property sale, it’s best to market a home fully furnished. But to quote the Rolling Stones, ‘You can’t always…
Investing in Property? Choose What Route Suits You
What’s the difference between a landlord and a property investor? Aren’t they the same thing? Does one rent out properties and the other sell them on? If these questions have…
Houseplants: How to Create a Green Sanctuary in Your Home
Houseplants add colour and freshness to work and living spaces – and deliver a host of health benefits. As this week is Houseplant Week UK, let’s look at the do’s…
How Homeowners Can Beat the Blue Monday Moods
Next Monday is, according to social scientists, the most depressing day on the calendar. It even has a name. Such is the doom and gloom attached to it – Blue…
How Landlords Can Beat the Blue Monday Moods
If you’re feeling a little flat, low, or down in the dumps next Monday, you won’t be alone. The 17th of January is Blue Monday – according to some psychologists…
10 Ways to Save Money on Your Energy Bills
Householders were hit with budget-busting energy price hikes in 2021 – a trend that looks set to continue well into the new year. Here are some ways to claw back…
Stephen Frost FARLA ANAEA 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 am also a Buy to Let Mortgage Adviser helping Landlords like you. 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, John 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.I am a very experienced Estate Agent and a Fellow of ARLA (The Association of Residential Lettings Agents). I have 25+ years’ experience in the local Property Market, starting as a Trainee Sales Negotiator for a Corporate Agency. Working my way up through the ranks I have spent my entire working career in the Customer Service Industry. Born in Chelmsford, I am married with 4 Children. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with the family, playing golf and going out for a run!
