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By James Hawley

Brighton and Hove: Britain's Least Affordable City

Today, I’m delving into a pressing issue that’s been making headlines: Brighton and Hove is now considered to be the least...

By James Hawley

What is Fair Wear and Tear?

Understanding the distinction between fair wear and tear and damage in a residential tenancy is crucial both for landlords and tenants....

By James Hawley

Landlord Considerations in the Property Market at the end of 2024

The evolving landscape of the UK property market continues to present new challenges and opportunities for landlords. As recent studies...

By James Hawley

Understanding the True Cost of Selling Your Home

As the UK housing market continues to bounce back and evolve, many homeowners are considering selling their properties. However, the...

By James Hawley

Is a Five-Week Deposit Sufficient in Today's Market?

In my time in the property industry, I've seen first hand how the housing market responds to economic shifts. With the UK's current...

By James Hawley

We're on the move!

Around the time of our rebrand and relaunch, I wrote a post about the thinking and reasoning behind our move from our previous office...

By James Hawley

The New Labour Government and the Property Market

With the recent electoral victory for Labour and their subsequent policy announcements in the King's Speech, the property market stands...

By James Hawley

The Death of the Renters Reform Bill

As pretty much anyone I've spoken to through the journey of the Renters Reform Bill and anyone receiving our Eightfold Property Newsletter...

By James Hawley

Re-Introduction of Additional HMO Licensing

Brighton and Hove City Council have re-introduced their additional HMO Licencing Scheme for small HMO properties not included in the...

By James Hawley

Double Whammy for Empty Properties

Landlords, listen up! From 1st April this year, a new regulation came in relating to empty properties – a 100% council tax premium...

By James Hawley

Navigating the Maze: Essential Steps for Setting Up an Assured Shorthold Tenancy

So, you've got tenants lined up for your property. Congratulations! But before welcoming your first tenants through the door, it's...

By James Hawley

A Resurgent Market Peels Back the Winter Gloom

As we trade New Year's confetti for resolutions, a curious spark has ignited in the housing market. While whispers of uncertainty lingered...