Arnolds Keys Blog

Insights and updates on the property market. Featuring opinion pieces and brand news across residential, commercial and agricultural sectors.

 

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Room to improve - what are the pros and cons of buying a property with outline planning?

9 April 2019

Not everyone is prepared to take on a project – but if as a purchaser you are, you can add significant value to your investment, and end up with exactly... Read more >

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INVESTORS NEED TO THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

1 April 2019

Strong demand for investment in commercial property means that investors are having to start thinking outside the box – both in terms of looking at different sectors and accepting slightly lower initial yields in the short term with the prospect of rental or capital growth in the future.

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Public money for public goods… and food?

23 March 2019

As the Brexit deadline fast approaches it is as yet unclear as to whether the United Kingdom will be granted an extension by the European Union. Read more >

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GET READY FOR THE BREXIT BOUNCE

23 March 2019

I’m sure most people are thoroughly fed-up of reading about Brexit, whether it’s the dogma-driven fake news peddled by ambitious politicians, or the seemingly endless procedural infighting. Read more >

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EXAM SUCCESS!

22 March 2019

Ten members of staff from Arnolds Keys are celebrating after completing their Propertymark Level 3 Technical Award in Residential Estate Agency, and being admitted as members of the NAEA Propertymark. Read more >

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LANDLORDS MUST BE SWITCHED ON TO CURRENT REGULATION TO AVOID NASTY SHOCKS

15 March 2019

Whilst some landlords might complain about the amount of regulation which is being imposed on them, it is difficult to argue with rules that are designed to ensure the safety... Read more >

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What to look for when purchasing a leasehold property

7 March 2019

The last few years have seen much negative publicity for leasehold properties, driven in large part by some house builders marketing their new homes on a leasehold basis inappropriately. Read more >

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De-Linking Basic Payment

4 March 2019

At the end of last year the Government put forward their proposals to phase out the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) in favour of a new Environmental Land Management (ELM) scheme. Read more >