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The latest news and industry updates with tips and guidance for landlords in the private rented sector.
Tenants on benefits choose heating or eating, claims report
A report has found that tenants in the private rented sector who are on benefits…
FSA warns against fraudulent 'no money down' deals
The Financial Services Authority has warned against fast-buy, no money down deals, saying these could…
Buy-to-let lending on long road to recovery
The value of buy-to-let mortgages taken out in the third quarter of 2012 totalled £4.2bn,…
What You Need To Know About The New Electrical Safety Checks
The government has recently announced new legislation which includes landlords facing mandatory electrical safety checks.…
Flatshare rents come down as tenants struggle with costs
Flatsharing rents have fallen this year for the first time. The average flatsharer in the…
Move-in Checklist For Landlords
A handy tenant move-in checklist for landlords to make sure everything is compliant.
Home Security Tips Landlords And Tenants Should Know
Fear of crime is something which unites both tenant and landlord. Here are some essential…
How Much Should You Charge For Security Deposit?
The Tenant Fees Act 2019 will limit the amount you can charge for security and…
Property body hits out at 'flawed' rental surveys
Lack of official data on rents is fuelling misinformation and leading to a false portrayal…
Buying cheaper than renting in nine out of ten towns, says Zoopla
Buying is cheaper than renting in 90% of 50 towns in Britain. On average, renting…
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Why Students are Flocking to Historic Chester
29th Sep 2014
2 min read
Why Students are Flocking to Historic Chester

The city of Chester is what many picture when thinking of a university town, a charming city which oozes tradition and culture. Although the population may appear modest at approximately 120,000, this number does not begin to reflect the vibrancy felt throughout town.

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The major property portals
2nd Sep 2014
< 1 min read
The major property portals

Makeurmove’s aim is to find suitable tenants for a property as quickly as possible. This is why we arrange, remind and follow up on viewings. This is to ensure an efficient letting process and looks to avoid void periods in rent.

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What Is An Online Estate Agent?
1st Sep 2014
2 min read
What Is An Online Estate Agent?

An online estate agent specialises in property transaction efficiency – enabling sellers and landlords to advertise their property online at a low cost whilst receiving good quality service.

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London property prices peak
17th Jun 2014
2 min read
London property prices peak

The Chancellor announced last week that the Bank of England would be granted new powers to cap mortgages to attempt to quell the concerns of another potential market crash. Days later, Rightmove announce that property prices in London have peaked and that the market is stagnant across most parts of England and Wales.

We take a look at the current market trends and whether government interventions actually have an impact the housing market.

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Landlord & Tenant Law in 2014
20th May 2014
3 min read
Landlord & Tenant Law in 2014

Things have been fairly quiet on the legal front in the first half of 2014 – we have been mainly looking back to the big cases of 2014 and looking forward to new legal developments to come.

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8 tips to achieve your best price
1st May 2014
2 min read
8 tips to achieve your best price

Acheiving the best price for your property can be a great personal and financial acheivement. Here are our Top 8 tips for acheiving the best price when selling your home.

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Liverpool Property Prices Surge as Demand Outstrips Supply
14th Apr 2014
2 min read
Liverpool Property Prices Surge as Demand Outstrips Supply

Liverpool property prices have surged yet again this quarter, with median selling prices for flats rising 32% year-on-year and house prices jumping 7% compared to the same period in 2013, as demand continues to outstrip supply in the former Capital of Culture.

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The Property Bubble
20th Mar 2014
3 min read
The Property Bubble

“You will never own your own home”. We heard this for years before the bubble burst and now in 2014 it is rearing its ugly head again, with house prices on the rise. So, what does it really mean for the generation of renters or their landlords, and how does it affect you if you need or just want to sell?

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New entrant into the online estate agency market
13th Feb 2014
2 min read
New entrant into the online estate agency market

Makeurmove.co.uk – a leading online letting agent, is launching a property sales service which will offer more choice to property owners across the UK and help grow the online agency market.

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Universal credit remains misunderstood
23rd Jan 2014
2 min read
Universal credit remains misunderstood

According to a study*, conducted by Makeurmove.co.uk – a leading online letting agent, universal credit remains largely misunderstood.
(* Source: Makeurmove.co.uk research amongst 300 landlords, December 2013).