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For millions of Brits, getting through this pandemic has been a case of “Keep Calm and Carry On with DIY”. To stop themselves from climbing the walls from boredom and frustration, they’ve turned to painting them. As a result, DIY chains such as B&Q have recorded surging sales, while paint company Dulux had to ration…
From smart TVs to one-click shopping, technology makes life a whole lot easier than it was 20 years ago for the average person. It also has many benefits for private landlords and their tenants. Here are our top tech tips. Remote viewings There has been a surge in online viewings due to Covid-19. Pre-recorded tours…
If there’s a chance you could sell your Chelmsford home in the next few years, think before you rush into making any major home renovations. While you might read about celebrities investing in fancy wine cellars (David Beckham’s building one for his 7,000 bottles of plonk) or bespoke nature ponds (Ed Sheeran’s has a jetty), the reality…
Top five things people love about their homes 1. A room with a view Beautiful views are calming, provide distraction, and reduce claustrophobia. Lucky homeowners who look out upon an unspoilt view are also less likely to be overlooked by their neighbours. So, they needn’t worry about Owen from over the road seeing them in…
Over the years, we’ve helped hundreds of people across Chelmsford move home successfully. The reasons why people move are varied, but in our experience, they tend to be one of the seven ‘L’s. What are the seven ‘L’s? Fear not, dear reader, because we’re about to reveal them below. Love A new romantic relationship is…
Deciding to become a landlord is a big step. It can be both exciting and daunting. Here at Martin & Co, we’ve got some tips on what you need to think about when renting out a property so you can make your first venture a smooth one. Do some market research To work out how…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…