Five things you can do to avoid being gazumped by another buyer
If you’ve owned property before, you will probably have heard of the term ‘gazumping’. It’s an odd word, granted, but for buyers it’s a word that can translate as both…
It’s election time again, but will it affect the Chelmsford property market?
To many, it probably seems like all we’ve doing over the past decade is voting. After all, December 12’s General Election will be the fourth in just nine years and…
7 tips to help you save a deposit as a first-time buyer
It’s fair to say the housing market has been sluggish in the past couple of years since the 2016 EU referendum. And while Chelmsford has generally held up well against…
ONE FIFTH OF THE POPULATION WILL BE 65+ BY 2028
The population of the United Kingdom is set to grow by 3 million, or 4.5%, over the next decade, according to the latest population projections released by the Office for…
How Chelmsford landlords can improve their BTL property’s security this winter
The clocks are going back this weekend. The nights are closing in. And if you’re a landlord and you’re not thinking about your buy-to-let property’s security, now is the time.…
78% of Renters Encounter Problems
Nearly eight in every ten renters have experienced a problem renting, according to the HomeOwners Alliance 7th annual Homeowner survey, polled by YouGov.Issues with landlords account for a significant number…
How Landlords can Avoid being Ripped off by Rogue Traders
You don’t have to delve too deep into a Google search to find a news story or scathing blog about rogue landlords in the private rented sector. But what about…
Move by Chr***mas!?
With Christmas already in sight, if you’re serious about selling it would be worth your while to do something about it now, rather than waiting until the Spring. For many,…
Flood responsibilities: Advice for our Chelmsford Landlords
One of the best things about Chelmsford is the city’s proximity to three stunning rivers in the Chelmer, Wid and Can. The waterways are home to a huge variety of…
Moving From Distance to Chelmsford
If you were to compare the map of UK surname distribution of the 1801 census with a similar map today, you would probably be surprised at how little change there…
The average tenant in Chelmsford is changing… here’s how
How would you describe the average renter in Chelmsford? Young professional? Firmly in the millennial age bracket of 22 to 37? Priced out of the Chelmsford property market by rising…
Always have a Grand Entrance!
We all know about the importance of first impressions. Yet it is surprising how few people take a proactive approach to doing a few things that will really impress a…
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!
