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Keep your cool!
Monday, July 23, 2018
With no imminent end in sight to the hot spell we are having in the South East, a few simple tricks will help you keep your cool. In summer, almost 30% of unwanted heat comes through the windows, so use curtains and blinds to lower indoor temperatures. By closing the curtains/blinds you stop your home from becoming a mini greenhouse, especially with south or west-facing windows that get the afternoon sun. Blackout curtains are especially effective; neutral-colored curtains with white plastic backings can reduce heat gain by up to 33%.
Could a garage conversion be the answer?
Friday, July 20, 2018
Data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that the percentage of young adults living with their parents in the UK has risen from just over 21% in 1996 to 26% per cent in 2017. With an estimated 3.4m 20-34-year old adults living with their parents, homes with flexibility to accommodate the whole family’s needs are becoming increasingly popular. It’s not always an easy dynamic – different time schedules and priorities can create tension within the household and whilst the offer of rental payments may sweeten the deal, they don’t cover the laundry, housekeeping and need for space that dependents often demand. So what’s the answer?
5 advantages of owning your own home
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
It’s a significant moment in your life when you buy your first home, create a space that is truly yours and put down your roots. While it can feel a little overwhelming with the additional responsibility, there are far more pros to owning your own home than there are cons.
A winning team!
Friday, July 13, 2018
Congratulations to all the Frost runners who took part in the 2018 Gerrards Cross Fun Run in May - 36 adults and 1 dog in the main race, 1 six year old in the kids’ sprint race. With representatives from 6 of our 15 network offices (Gerrards Cross, Chalfont St Peter, Chalfont St Giles, Slough, Beaconsfield and Flackwell Heath) and ages spanning over 7 decades, the team did incredibly well bringing home the hotly contested and much prized Estate Agents Cup which was presented last night at the GX Fun Run awards evening. Special thanks to Lizzie Walsh, Negotiator in our Gerrards Cross office, for her superb organization of the Frost team, pictured here holding the cup alongside Sally Collins and Geoff Collins, Director for The Chiltern Group offices at The Frost Partnership.
40% Reserved on first phase release
Friday, July 13, 2018
With 40% reserved on first phase release, investors and first time buyers alike will need to act fast to avoid disappointment at Imtech House in Ashford, Surrey. Available off plan, the exciting new collection of 50 contemporary apartments is conveniently located adjacent to Ashford railway station and 100m from the high street. The apartments are arranged over five floors in this impressive, newly refurbished building with apartments on the 4th Floor having a private terrace affording spectacular far reaching views of the surrounding area. The apartments incorporate fully fitted bathrooms and high specification kitchens complete with luxury integrated appliances.
Why Use High Street agents?
Thursday, July 12, 2018
The first post of Relocation Agent Network’s blog series Why use high street agents offers property sellers some tips to help them plan their marketing strategy. Richard Tucker, Managing Director of Relocation Agent Network, says “If you’re considering selling your property, it’s important to think carefully about your expectations of the agent handling your sale. After all, you are going to be opening up your home to them and prospective buyers. I strongly recommend that sellers pay close attention to the quality of the agent’s service, advice and trust, as well as commission rate.
