Knocking Through Walls in Your Property
Many people buy a property that is generally well suited to their needs, but could be improved with the removal of one or more internal walls. The removal of an…
Why communicating with your tenants is crucial to a happy relationship
If you’re a landlord then you’ll almost certainly have experienced the uncertainty that comes with a new tenant. Of course, if you’ve screened and vetted them as you should do,…
Why investing in HMOs could be the answer for Chelmsford landlords
What’s the first thing that pops into your head when you think of shared living? Retirement homes? Student houses? Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler and Joey from Friends? Whatever thought comes…
Property Viewing Turn-Offs
Cracks, marks and stains leave the biggest negative impression on prospective buyers during a viewing, with a 76% turn-off rate. This is according to Sell House Fast who surveyed 1,266…
What to do when your tenant does a runner
We all panic from time-to-time. Readers of this blog that are of a certain age will recall Corporal Jones running around the Walmington-on-Sea barracks shouting ‘don’t Panic, don’t panic’ in…
The Case for Letting Your Home
The tightening of the mortgage market has created opportunities for vendors who are understandably tempted to consider letting as a lucrative alternative to a sale. Despite the Help to…
Pros and Cons of Buying an Older Buy-to-Let Property in Chelmsford
One of the best things about Chelmsford is the variety of properties available, whether you’re buying, renting or looking to invest. As a landlord, the kind of property you choose to invest…
The Importance of Using a Trained Photographer
Photographs form a critically important part of the marketing mix designed to promote your property at its best. Every image really counts, as people will decide whether to enquire further…
TOP TEN MORTGAGE LENDERS
The UK’s top ten mortgage lenders lent a staggering £211.3 billion in 2018, increasing their market share to 78.7%, up from 77.1% in 2017. The top seven lenders retained the…
Fair wear and tear: Everything you need to know as a landlord
One thing you’ll always hope to avoid as a landlord is a dispute with your tenants. Unfortunately, though, this does sometimes come with the territory. And often it can be…
My property won’t rent: Okay, here are six things you can do
Even experienced landlords can suffer with the dreaded void period. So, so-called accidental landlords, or those with less experience, often don’t know what to do to stop the rot. It’s…
Landlord tax relief: Is a limited company right for your portfolio?
Given the huge impact of recent tax legislation, it will probably come as no surprise to read that more than half of private landlords plan to boost their portfolios via…
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!
