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Our top credit crunching uk short break holidays - visit Brighton

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:24:00 +0000

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Looking for a cheap holiday? this month we spotlight Brighton, voted the second favourite place to live the UK according to a recent an opinion poll of 5000 people across the country. In a report by BBC News South East this morning, "The Sussex tourist spot was a favourite for it's beaches and restaurants" - Source BBC News South East 30/10/09

Free Rightmove Search Widget

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 08:27:00 +0000

The free Rightmove search widget is your own personalised 'mini-Rightmove' site. It allows you to type in your own property requirements, then add it to a one of a vast list of sites so you can see properties specific to you, without having to conduct a search every day. For more free property inks and resources visit:

Our top credit crunching uk short break holidays

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:18:00 +0000

Looking for a cheap holiday? Every month we pick a top UK holiday trip or UK holiday deal, whether it's a boating holiday, camping caravan holiday, B&B, walking holiday, cycling holiday or beach holiday. We'll do the hard work for you. This month try a short break walking holiday in Whitby, North Yorkshire.

Rough Guide to Whiby
Located on the Yorkshire Coast, the old town of Whitby's skyline is dominated by the ruins of St. Hilda's Abbey, high on Whitby's East Cliff. within a short drive to the coastal villages and resorts of Filey, Bridlington, Scarborough and Ravenscar. With acres of beach, rock pools, lighthouse, piers and
prom, it's no surprise Whitby is Yorkshire’s best family beach.

Walking in Heartbeat Country
Whether walking across acres of beach and rock pools or wonderful heather moors and lush green valleys, Whitby is a walkers paradise with starkly contrasting scenery.

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Are second-home owners destroying communities by turning villages into holiday hotspots?

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:35:00 +0000

Section 157 of the Housing Act enables local authorties to impose covenant on their properties in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty sold under the Right to Buy provisions. All such properties need a consent from the Council for any disposal of such a property

Covenants enforced under section 157 of the Housing Act, is to preserve 'local homes for local people'

However the trend suggests second-home owners are out-pricing local people and turning rural villages in areas of outstanding natural beauty into holiday hostpots.

In some cases 'out-priced locals' blame second-home owners for destroying their sense of community, as the younger generation of 'first time buyers' simply can't compete with second home owners and are being forced to leave their communities.

What do you think of second homes?

It's not all bad news for flat owners...

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:07:00 +0000

It's not all bad news for flat owners, according to Paul Marsh, president of the Law Society. LetsRentIt.co.uk discuss his comments published in Kent Life Magazine, March 2009

"Flat owners could actually benefit from lower prices in the market. Most leases run for 99 years but once they have less than 80 years left to run, the cost of buying a lease extension increases significantly"

The article published in March '09, goes on to suggest that now is a good time to renegotiate your lease extension while the market values are low as the lease extension cost is partly determined by the properties market value.

Paul Marsh goes on to say "Delaying an extension could hit flat owners with a double whammy; when property prices go up and the length of time left on the lease has gone down, it will be more expensive to extend it."

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Holidays in Europe Down 15%

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:32:00 +0000

With the pound weak against the EURO and the economy in freefall it's no surprise holiday-makers aren't shelling out their hard earned coffers on holidays to France and Spain, which have been worse hit.

If your looking for a cheap family holiday in Europe, chances are you won't find one unless you're looking for a last minute holiday out of season.

With the unusually long summers we're experiencing in the UK, holidays in Britain could work out to be a cheaper holiday and better for the UK tourism industry.

Beware of websites with grand statements like 'How to make a killing by investing in property... '

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 18:56:00 +0000

Hot shot property investor sites like Inside Track epitomised the buy-to-let boom of recent years, with high-profile and ambitious advertising for its property seminars that it claimed would lead to riches* Read more...

Ask yourself if it we're that easy then surely they'd already be millionaires many times over. And if that we're true why would they waste their time trying to get you to buy into their 'get rich quick scheme'? Let the buyer beware!

Calculating Profits & Returns - Calculating Rental Yield ...

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 19:45:00 +0000

When looking for an investment property it's wise to calculate the rental yield to ensure you don't get a diminishing return on your investment.

Our free rental yield calculator, helps professional, notice or accidental landlords test the affordability of property investments they might be considering.

Fill in the details below to show what rent and yield of your investment property in London central might achieve:

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What's Your Unique British Holiday Experience?

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:35:00 +0000

Cycling holiday or walking holiday? Do you prefer B&B holidays or fully inclusive? Caravans or camping holiday? 5 star or no star?

We want to know all about how you take your holidays. This is your chance to share your UK holiday experiences, top tips, places to see and things to do.

800,000 UK properties lying empty...

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 19:59:00 +0000

According to the Empty House Agency (EHA) that it the approximate number of British properties that are boarded dwellings!

Here's another BIG number 700,000 - the number of people waiting for affordable housing. These empty houses could be used to house those in desperate need of a home.

If you know of an empty house visit RentEmptyHomes.com This website draws attention to this housing problem through which anyone can report empty or boarded up houses in to a local authority. Currently serving regions in England there's talk of expansion.

Boarded up properties could solve the housing shortage for a fraction of the cost of a new-build!

My Property Wizard helps UK investors

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:30:00 +0000

My Property Wizard is a free website designed by Nilesh Gohil to help property investors calculate rental yield, profits, loss, mortage/ loan repayments, refurbishment costs, projections in a range of currencies and more...

This website gets our thumbs up, as it gives both novice and professional property investors a quick and easy way to work out their profit margins before they make an offer!

My Property Wizard website can also help you predict property price fluctuations; so property investors can gauge whether a property is over/ under valued.

rough guide

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 15:26:00 +0000

Find places of interest and explore them with Google Maps to find local hotspots, winebars, internet cafes, shops, restaurants and places of worship near you.

sale-and-lease-back guide

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 19:25:00 +0000

Sale-and-lease-back property schemes are 'a disaster waiting to happen' according to Citizens Advice Bureau

We've got people who are vulnerable trying to stay in their home being enticed into an industry that has no controls on it at all at the moment and that is a disaster waiting to happen, says Peter Tutton, of Citizens Advice Bureau

At it's best, it offers a lifeline for people having to leave their homes because they can't keep up with mortgage re-payments.

Operators buy houses below market value and lease the back to owners, who might otherwise face repossession. Giving homeowners a quick sale and the opportunity to stay in their homes while they sort their finances out.

Sale-and-lease-back is important because thousands are facing repossession as the mortgage bills rise beyond their means. The government has mentioned it is a possible short-term solution for those facing eviction.

There are some sharp operators in the market. All too often, excessive rents, long contracts and missleading advice from unscrupulous firms can cause hard-ship.

People are being ripped off. We are seeing people who are getting only 50% or 60% of the value of their homes instead of the 70% to 90% they should be getting, says Adam Sampson of housing charity Shelter

In the current economic climate The Office of Fair Trading wants the FSA to introduce statutory regulation. Until there is proper regulation, it is a case of seller beware.

UK Fractional Ownership

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:27:00 +0000

Fractional Ownership is not timeshare. Fractional ownership is the legal division of the property title or deed into shares. These shares can be purchased and owned by more than one person.

Each person can sell or rent out their time of ownership. The main difference with fractional ownership is that the buyer owns part of the title not simply units of "time".

Fractional ownership / sharing possession of a holiday home, popular in Europe is taking off over here. Some fractional ownership deals operate very simply. You, along with several complete strangers, buy a long, eg 999 year, lease for a percentage of a given property, while the freehold is held by the management company.

Buying a part-share in a holiday home abroad is simple, stress-free and profitable, says Chris Wilson. Just don't call it timeshare.

Top 5 UK Holiday Destinations

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 15:27:00 +0000

Our Top 5 Holiday Destinations for UK Holidaymakers compiled with a little help from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, British Tourist Authority and generous contributions from fellow bloggers (you know who you are ;-) We've compiled a shortlist of the UKs top 5 holiday destinations for UK holidaymakers. If you have a favourite spot in Britain, post your top 5 here and let everyone know your 'UK Top 5 Holiday Destinations'.

For Beefeaters, Big Ben, Madam Tussuad's, Hyde Park, Notting Hill Carnival, Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament, London Bridge, Tower of London, London Dungeons, the London Eye and Princess Diana's memorial visit London. The city is a major tourist destination both for domestic and overseas visitors. Tourist attractions include Hyde Park, Notting Hill Carnival, Changing of the Guard, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, St Paul's Cathedral, Houses of Parliament, The National Gallery, Tate Modern, Red Double Decker Buses, Oxford Street, Harvey Nicks, Camden market, Leicester Square, Covent Garden market and Kew Garden - Phew! For more info click londoncabby.blogspot.com and diamondgeezer.blogspot.com

For amazing architecture, monuments, nooks, crannies and well kept secrets visit Edinburgh. The city is one of Europe's major tourist destinations, attracting 1 million visitors a year. Tourist attractions include Edinburgh Castle, St. Andrews Square, Rose Street, Edinburgh Dungeon, Fruitmarket Gallery, St. Giles Cathedral, Scotch Whisky Experience, Greyfriars Bobby, The West End and Princes Street. For more info click Edinburgh.org and theedinburghblog.co.uk

For world class rugby, 2000-year old castle, stunning Millennium Centre, amazing country side and National Park visit Cardiff. Tourist attractions include Millennium Stadium, Wales Millennium Centre, City Hall, Llandaff Cathedral, Castell Coch, National Museum and Art Gallery, Cardiff Castle, National History Museum and Roath Park. For more info click travel.aol.com and visitbritian.com

For wonderful coast or countryside walks and some of the best beaches in Britain visit North Norfolk. Tourist attractions include National Trust Houses, Holkham beach, Royal Sandringham, Cley windmill, Langham Glass, Pensthorpe Waterfowl Park & Gardens, Seal Trips to Blakeney Point, The Muckleburgh Collection, Sheringham Park and famous bird reserves. For more info click waveneyvalleyblog.com and bbc.co.uk/norfolk

For cream teas, Jane Austen, coastal scenery, sandy beaches visit Bath. Tourist attractions include Popham Beach, Robinhood Marina, Reid State Park, the Studio Theatre, Chocolate Church Performing Arts Center, Morse Mountain Conservation Area, Bath's Maine Maritime Museum and Bath farmers market. For more info click lonelyplanet.com and visitbath.com

Is now the time to rent?

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 13:34:00 +0000

Thousands of Buy-to-let landlords face negative equity
It's common knowledge amongst estate agents, that First Time Buyers fuel the real estate market. With mortgage providers tightening their lending restrictions, Buy-To-Let investors who purchased residential property in the last few years are seeing Capital Growth & Rental Yield plummet as rental income falls and mortgage rates rise.

Private landlords consider increasing their potential market
More than 23,200 people with 100% mortgages could owe more than their home is worth, the BBC learns. But the forecast isn't all doom & gloom. Smarter investors are looking at multi-lets as a way of increasing rental yield and reducing vacant periods. Whilst Buy-to-let landlords in suburbia are considering niche property markets such as 'pet-friendly-rentals' which increases your potential market.

Landlords search for tenants
The smartwaytorent.com recently reported a strong increase in demand for rental property in the Thanet area of Kent, which is an encouraging sign for landlords with property to rent in Thanet

Whilst demand is still strong in The City
With all the national news focusing on the downturn in the property market, London Property Consultants, Callum Roberts are finding an unexpected upturn in rentals in The City and The City fringe areas of London.

*Source: hotpropertywebsites.co.uk/propertynews...

more than just a property website

noreply@blogger.com (The Editor) — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:05:00 +0000

Did you know 77% of tenants go straight to the internet to search for rental property?

Property marketeers 'Signature Image Consultants' are developing 'lets rent it' - as a free property directory and property network for uk letting agents, private landlords with uk property, coastal cottages, uk self catering holiday cottages and uk character holiday cottages to rent.

This Web2.0 website will be part blog - dealing with issues affecting the property rental market in the UK and part social search engine - letting visitors vote for the most useful websites in our directory.

Unlike the Goliath's letsrentit.co.uk is more than a property directory; we have an army of freelancers to write and edit results pages, free from spam and other junk. To feature your business on 'lets rent it' simply get in touch