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Members

  • Brian Heath
  • REI
  • Nick Carlile
  • steve griffiths
  • Jayne Owen
  • Susanne
  • Megan Harrison
  • Glenn Ackroyd
  • Ollie Cornes (Juicy Property)
  • jay islam
  • David Winter
  • Samantha Collett
  • LisaOrme
  • Richard Greenland
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Latest Activity

Give her the money and dont enter into a battle with her - its not worth it You will get into trouble and could be fined for not using the deposit scheme - plus she will win any case brought against you Nick Carlile Founding Partner www.platinumpr
4 hours ago
Be aware that any electrical appliance that YOU provide needs to be PAT (prtable appliance tested) unless its brand new and then there's a 2 year exemption Its not expensive at all but something that needs to be done Nick Carlile Founding Partner…
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Nick Carlile added a discussion
I wanted to bring people's attention to an amazing organisation. I also believe that many wealthy people out there are looking for a meaningful cause where they can really make a difference - there are lots of ways to get involved.   www.peaceoneday
4 hours ago
If the tenant states they are going by a certain date, and you turn up and it is clear that they have gone, I would change the locks. The tenant by virtue of the actions has implied surrender of the tenancy, which you have accepted. If you turn up…
6 hours ago
Hi Ollie - this is precisely the same situation we have for the Harlow property that we are managing. In that case we are sending one of our maintenance teams down mob handed. It will be clear, clean, rug doctor, gardens, decorate through etc. All…
6 hours ago
Thought so and know the feeling! You too :-)
7 hours ago
While I'm at it, here's the blog I wrote about surveyor's reports. My article in June's YPN was all about this. Unfortunately I've decided to stop writing for YPN as they don't pay and unlike all the other writers I don't have anything to promote l…
7 hours ago
Rich As you say it's selling the lifestyle choice - what you can do in these occasions - whatever the value - is sell the idea of somebody putting their own mark on a property. Sam www.VirtualLetz.com www.twitter.com/VirtualLetz
7 hours ago
Lisa this illustrates perfectly the excessive faith many peeps place in 'professionals', of which surveyors are but one. They are fallible human beings just like everyone else. I'd say there's no such thing as a definitive value for any property, ju…
7 hours ago
AND… on a general note and nothing to do with Ollie’s specific property, there’s also another issue which has nothing to do with the bottom line. If option 2 (quick tart-up) means ‘papering over the cracks’ as it were, panelling over rather than tre…
7 hours ago
My reply was supposed to be for the original post by Jayne, apologies! I blame the fact that it's Friday and the end to a busy week... Have a great weekend Megan
7 hours ago
Ollie, what are similar props going for when fully up-together? The reason I ask is you say it's in a nice town, in a good location. Also you say it's a low-yielder. This all makes me think it may be a higher-value property than most people on here…
8 hours ago
I wrote the above post in a bit of a hurry while waiting for my friend and client to wake up (we worked quite late last night). There's a common tendency for LLs to blame tenants for condensation problems which are caused by normal living within sub…
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Local city center (is this Gresham?) and 4 miles west to Portland city center (2 million people in metro Portland). Nike and the largest Intel facility are to the east (do you mean west?) a few stops. I found a neat summary of the locality, from…
9 hours ago
I agree with you. My tenant "from hell" sent the agent a text to say that she's happy to be leaving so we just need to get the keys from her tomorrow. Crystal
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Forum

Rupert M

Problem Tenant 3 Replies

Hi,   I have a problem with a tenant that I would like input regarding if anyone has experience of such a scenario.   The tenant, on an AST in an HMO property, gave me 1 month notice to end her tenan…

Tagged: Section, 21, Notice, Tenant, Problem

Started by Rupert M in Property-a-holics Tribe (General discussion). Last reply by Nick Carlile 4 hours ago.

Jayne Owen

Furnishing a student house 34 Replies

We are about to take on our first student let. It is a mid-terraced house and will have a licence for 5 letting rooms. Before starting to order anything, I would like to clarify what we should be pro…

Tagged: let, student, HMO, multi-let

Started by Jayne Owen in HMO/Multi-Let Tribe. Last reply by Nick Carlile 4 hours ago.

Nick Carlile

World peace is possible

I wanted to bring people's attention to an amazing organisation. I also believe that many wealthy people out there are looking for a meaningful cause where they can really make a difference - there a…

Started by Nick Carlile in Tribe's Lounge (non property stuff the tribe might find interesting) 4 hours ago.

Crystal Diamond

What is the Law on Inspecting a Tenant's Room? 39 Replies

Hello All   I've received conflicting advice on inspecting a tenant's room from Landlord Action and the RLA so I hope to get clarification here.   Since serving a Section 8 Notice (2 months' rent arr…

Started by Crystal Diamond in HMO/Multi-Let Tribe. Last reply by Glenn Ackroyd 6 hours ago.

Ollie Cornes (Juicy Property)

To refurb or not refurb 10 Replies

I have a 3bed semi in a nice town, in a good location. It's spacious, has parking and a garden, and the electrics are up to standards. However it's a bit grandma - the carpets are awful (worn, colour…

Started by Ollie Cornes (Juicy Property) in Refurbishment/Development Tribe. Last reply by Glenn Ackroyd 6 hours ago.

Nick Carlile

Is BMV dead? 18 Replies

No - but maybe that got your attention!   At Platinum Portfolio Builder, we buy properties Below Surveyed Value - BSV.   The majority of talk in the property investing sector is around BMV - Below Ma…

Started by Nick Carlile in Buy-to-let Tribe. Last reply by Richard Greenland 7 hours ago.

Jon Salter

Deposit disputes over condensation 5 Replies

Has anyone had and experience of disputes over condensation?   A friend of mine has just vacated a flat and the landlord wants to deduct the cost of repainting the ceiling due to the stains caused by…

Started by Jon Salter in Property-a-holics Tribe (General discussion). Last reply by Richard Greenland 8 hours ago.

REI

Possible US deal so possible US deal discussion 18 Replies

I am curious about the interest level here on PT if there were US deals to discuss. This is not a sales pitch. I am curious how much people would want to hear about US deals, how they might be put to…

Tagged: deals, US

Started by REI in Property-a-holics Tribe (General discussion). Last reply by Brian Heath 9 hours ago.

Rich Vincent

Simple Steps to Finding Great Property Deals in Your Own Area 5 Replies

Hi,Well we made it back from a damp and dull Lake District although that area is still unbelievably stunning, that the weather made no difference to the fantastic time we had. We made the summit of S…

Started by Rich Vincent in Property-a-holics Tribe (General discussion). Last reply by REI 11 hours ago.

Samantha Collett

Property People gathering - with fab founders of Zillow, Property Owl, Housing Dabble & more!

On Thursday 5th August (next week) there is a property gathering of some fantastic pros - including Drew Meyers (Zillow), Peter Le Masurier (Property Owl http://propertyowl.co.uk/, Ben Harris (housin…

Started by Samantha Collett in Property-a-holics Tribe (General discussion) 11 hours ago.

Vanessa

In the Spotlight - Ahmwaah Charles @ahmcharles .... 7 Replies

As we believe in reciprocity, and our network is fuelled and kept alive by members' contributions, "In the Spotlight" is our way of saying thank you to those people who contribute to our network, bot…

Started by Vanessa in In the Spotlight. Last reply by REI 11 hours ago.

Marcus

Great Quote on Property Bubbles 8 Replies

There have been many discussions on here about price discrepancies in different parts of the country. In the today's Mail there's an article where well know property folk give there opinion on the fu…

Started by Marcus in Property-a-holics Tribe (General discussion). Last reply by Louise Reynolds 13 hours ago.

LisaOrme

UK Consumers Give Property Market the Kiss of Death 4 Replies

Article from Global Edge - 29/7/10     The overwhelming majority of people in the UK are now positive about the outlook for property prices, according to a large survey by Rightmove.co.uk.The problem…

Started by LisaOrme in Property-a-holics Tribe (General discussion). Last reply by Louise Reynolds 14 hours ago.

Rob Hubbard

Walker Fox Question of the week: The 60 second interview @walkerfox 12 Replies

We're a diverse and intersting group, all with a common interest through 'property'   My new website is due to launch late August/early September and I would like to showcase some of my property frie…

Started by Rob Hubbard in Property-a-holics Tribe (General discussion). Last reply by Adrian Standing 14 hours ago.

Robert Holmes

Broker Fees.

Hi I have been looking at what has been getting said about broker fees, I work in the mortgage market and fees have always been there just that more Brokers are doing it. The level of fee is based tw…

Started by Robert Holmes in Financing Tribe 15 hours ago.

Jon Newall

New Member says hello 12 Replies

Hi Tribe members, I'm Jon Newall, and a friend of mine has refered me to the site. My speciality is insurance for investment properties, so I'm here and available for you to pick my brains on any t…

Tagged: hello

Started by Jon Newall in New Members Introductions. Last reply by Tim Moorhouse 18 hours ago.

Louise Reynolds

Property the new Pension? Who is looking for investment returns and choosing property above equities or pensions? 14 Replies

Does anyone know of a friend or colleague, or it may be themselves, who is looking for investment returns and choosing property (focus mainly on residential although commercial would be good, UK good…

Tagged: portfolios, equities, pensions, UK, foreign

Started by Louise Reynolds in Overseas Investing Tribe. Last reply by Samantha Collett 21 hours ago.

John Paul

LHA Changes 64 Replies

Hi All   The LHA has obviously been a target for reform in the budget and in my opinion about time. The following are the major changes, some good and some bad:   From April 2011: ·       Local Housi…

Started by John Paul in Property-a-holics Tribe (General discussion). Last reply by Samantha Collett 21 hours ago.

Vijay

HMO planning laws the impact on student lets

Dear All,I have read with great interest numerous posts on this site, very informative.Having anyone "tested" the water with the new HMO planning regs which require you to apply for planning if a hou…

Tagged: university, planning, student, hmo

Started by Vijay in HMO/Multi-Let Tribe 22 hours ago.

Vanessa

What are the prospects for the London property market ...? 28 Replies

With the news that McDonalds are following Kraft Foods and Yahoo Inc (among many others) and relocating their head offices from London to Geneva, what are the implications of this for the London prop…

Started by Vanessa in Property-a-holics Tribe (General discussion). Last reply by REI 1 day ago.

Blog Posts

Brian Heath

Bungler's Blog - Does the maisonette need to be taken to pieces, or is there an easier way?

We were left last time with the mystery of the maisonette which seems to have become two let flats underneath everybody's radar - leaving a managing agent's can of worms behind it.


We still await sights of original leases, deeds, and other documentation, which should at least clarify what the position ought to be, even if the reality is different. We wait upon soporific solicitors it seems for this - but we're getting closer.



Meanwhile:
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Posted by Brian Heath on July 23, 2010 at 7:19pm

Samantha Collett

5 Top Tips For New Property Investors

I often have people tell me they are *desperate* to get into property and it’s all they’ve ever wanted to do...So as a successful property investor I thought I’d share my top 5 tips for those new to property
investment.



1. Buying property is a business decision. Never forget the purpose of buying a
property either to do up and sell on or rent out

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Posted by Samantha Collett on July 21, 2010 at 8:50am

Brian Heath

Bungler's Blog - the flat that nearly isn't

So - we've met at the empty shop - all spruced up and brightly lit after its recent clear-out from having been closed down.

Armed with delicious coffee from the sandwich bar next door, we shuffle through documents of the property while chatting to the owner.

...And then it starts to get strange.....

We look at leases for flats 1 & 2 above. These have been issued by the long lease holder of the maisonette above the shop, to the freehold owner. What? How can this be… Continue

Posted by Brian Heath on July 14, 2010 at 7:40pm

Samantha Collett

Property Auction Tips - Real Homes Under The Hammer

Property Auction Tips 13.7.10


July 13, 2010


by virtualletz



WELCOME to issue 9 of my TRIO of real auction tips from around the country!




Results from Tip sheet 8:


Tip 1: South London – Recommended buying price: £90-100k. Sold for £90k.


Tip 2: Hampshire – Recommended buying price: £48-58k. Sold for 67k

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Posted by Samantha Collett on July 13, 2010 at 9:37am

Brian Heath

Bungler's Blog - the tale of the empty shop

I have mentioned a freehold property in a retail part of an old industrial area near Bristol, which the owner is desperate to sell. She is carrying a mortgage on it, which she can ill afford, and is receiving no income from it either.

Essentially, this is an Edwardian 3-storey terraced property with an empty ground floor shop below poorly converted flats. An enclosed rear garden is suitable for taking an extension. House and garden each have a footprint of about 50 sq m (600 sq ft). The… Continue

Posted by Brian Heath on July 11, 2010 at 8:56pm — 2 Comments

 
 
 
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Can anything "pre-meditated" truly be called social?

Or is it an oxymoron? Social media - the art of sharing. This is nothing new, arguably social media has been with us for tens of thousands of years. The media might have changed but the reason stands. The difference today, primarily, is the web. My point is this: Social media from an individual is, by default, sharing and, therefore, justifiably comes under the correct heading "social media". It is done with intent to share and make someone else's life richer in knowledge. The individual who "receives" this information will do with it what they want. They may be influenced in a purchase, or in thought, etc but point of fact, they have had their lives enriched by content.

Marketers beware - 74% of consumers are being influenced by the social web.

This is not really new information, but it does consolidate the method of the web. The firm Gartner have just released figures that suggest one fifth of the population are influencing over 74% of consumers! These "influencers" only succeed due to a particular method. Why? Because they don't use the web as a channel. They have nothing to gain from "influencing" and, therefore, apply a different method other that one who does. This, in turn, dictates method and that method can only be relevant delivery of information coupled with delivery that is social in nature i.e sharing.

the way of money

Why It’s a Must to Build Your Personal Brand

Regardless of whether you’re online for business or personal use, you should be building your own personal brand now. I was browsing through the Third Tribe today (affiliate link – brilliant membership site) and I stumbled upon a recording of Chris Brogan talking about what it means to be an effective writer. I could go on [...]

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Why Dropbox Can Save Your File Sharing & Storage Woes

To cut a long story short – a good friend of mine introduced me to this cloud storage service called “Dropbox”. Now before you jump to conclusions like I did – there’s a really HUGE chance you could benefit from using this free service. Cloud storage services aren’t anything new, but where others fail, Dropbox [...]

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Outsourcing: The Why and the How

This article was originally published at BitRebels.com —————————————————————— Why are employees, entrepreneurs and business owners outsourcing today? Outsourcing is the act of delegating a job or task to a third party. Depending on the work being outsourced, the provider could be located anywhere in the world. You don’t need to be a business to be [...]

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