Chelmsford Home Exchange
One way of taking advantage of the value in your home is to save money by using it as a holiday destination. Not for you of course, but for someone…
Taken for Granted in Chelmsford
Houses, cottages, flats, apartments, maisonettes, studios, detached, semi, terraced - these are terms we as estate agents hear every day of our lives. They are the lifeblood of our business,…
VAT on Chelmsford Property Improvements
The 20% VAT applied to most goods and services is a burden for the private individual. Whilst VAT-registered builders can reclaim the VAT spent on their purchase costs, most homeowners…
Putting the offer of your Chelmsford property into context…
When you market your property, you will naturally want to achieve the highest price today’s market will pay. But how do you know what this is? Sadly, there is no…
Undervaluing problems in Chelmsford
We British remain passionate about home ownership. Yet the banks, who are also involved, have burnt their fingers in the past with wildly generous lending and they are keen not…
It’s official – a “traditional” estate agent gets Chelmsford sellers more!
It’s official – what we’ve suspected all along – a “traditional” estate agent gets sellers more in their pocket than the internet-only alternative. They also secure more viewings and offers!…
Legionnaires liability for Chelmsford Landlords
Landlords, or their agents, are responsible for ensuring that the risk of exposure in their property to the Legionella bacterium is properly assessed and controlled. This is not difficult to…
What Chelmsford Agents Do series – Part 8
The adage that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link could not be more aptly demonstrated than in respect of property transactions in the UK. Whilst a…
“What Chelmsford Agents Do” series – Part 7
Good negotiation is a skill that adds real value to the service you receive from your estate agent. After all it can be the make or break of a sale.…
“What Chelmsford Agents Do” series – Part 6
One of the most important aspects of your estate agents role is not only to negotiate a price (or ideally secure the full asking price of course) but actually to…
“What Chelmsford Agents Do” series – Part 5
The layman’s view of an estate agent is simply someone who shows prospective buyers round properties. Whilst understandable, this simplistic perspective belies the fact that the well-trained agent knows how…
“What Chelmsford Agents Do” series – Part 4
The phrase “Willing and Able” is seldom heard today, as it no longer appears on estate agency documentation. However, it remains important to discover if a prospective buyer for your…
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!
