Tag Archives: residential property

August 15, 2024 All, Residential Property, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

Myths and Misunderstandings Around Shared Ownership

Shared Ownership has long been a central component of affordable housing strategies in the UK, offering a pathway to homeownership for those who might otherwise be priced out. Through these schemes, buyers can purchase between 25% and 75% of a property and pay a subsidised rent on the remaining portion. It sounds straightforward, but in […]

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July 8, 2024 All, Construction, Dilapidations, Neighbourly Matters, Residential Property, Rights of Light, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

Four Neighbourly Considerations for Home Extensions

Planning a home extension is a popular venture that offers increased space and comfort without the rigours of moving house. However, a responsible and sustainable extension involves more than just grand designs. It requires careful consideration of neighbouring properties. Read on to discover four key factors to consider when planning an extension to ensure harmonious […]

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June 3, 2024 All, Commercial Property, Residential Property, Team Showcase, Valuations admin

Our Valuation team continues to grow – Meet Dominic Morris

With the wide variety of properties we work with, we are always looking out for property experts who have a well-rounded skillset. Our team of Chartered Surveyors, Property Managers and Registered Valuers are some of the most experienced and versatile property experts around and we are delighted to have further increased the expertise found within […]

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January 4, 2024 All, Neighbourly Matters, Team Showcase admin

Introducing James Hargreaves – An expert in Neighbourly Matters

Over the past couple of months, we have made some incredible additions to the AWH team, and in November 2023 we enhanced our Rights of Light team even further with the appointment of James Hargreaves, who has joined us as Rights of Light Associate Director. James is a specialist in the area of practice known […]

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November 6, 2023 All, Building Surveying, Team Showcase admin

Meet Karen Singh – Our expert Party Wall Surveyor

Party Wall surveying has changed over the years. Interpretation of the Party Wall etc. Act (1996) and associated case law can cause disputes to become quite nuanced. When you are faced with differences of opinion and interpretation, who better to help than someone who has over 10 years of experience working on Party Wall matters? […]

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October 19, 2023 All, Building Surveying admin

The Dangers and Difficulties of Damp

Damp in properties is a serious issue when it occurs. From health issues to structural damage, an excess of moisture can have significant effects on individuals and business owners. Many of the materials we use in construction contain moisture which dry out both during and after the construction process. However, if these are not allowed […]

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September 26, 2023 All, Residential Property, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

How Proptech is Defining the Future of Real Estate

If you’re a property professional, chances are you’re already reliant on Proptech. Short for “property technology”, Proptech encompasses a wide range of digital tools and solutions, including data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and smart home technology. Professionals are already using Proptech solutions to analyse the market, make investments, and value properties. However […]

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September 1, 2023 All, Commercial Property, Construction, Residential Property, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

The Local and Global Benefits of Green Housing

In the midst of property market disruption, homes with high energy efficiency ratings and eco-friendly design aspects are holding their value, suggesting a green path toward a more stable future for homeowners and investors. With homebuyers of the immediate future showing unprecedented concern for environmental impact, the benefits of eco-friendly housing transcend individual investments, fostering […]

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August 3, 2023 All, Residential Property, UK Property News admin

What is CoLiving? An Affordability Crisis Solution?

Co-living, the sharing living spaces under flexible leasing arrangements, has made a remarkable comeback in the UK rental market. Savills reported a significant increase in co-living spaces in 2022, and the trend is expected to continue with 4,999 more spaces under construction in 2023. This trend is gaining momentum with an increasing number of co-living […]

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June 20, 2023 All, Residential Property admin

The importance of designing safe and inclusive spaces

Feeling safe where we live is extremely important. After all, no-one wants to worry about their own safety, or that of their children, friends or loved one, when they are out in their local neighbourhood. However, creating communities that promote feelings of safety and inclusion is something that has to be considered from the very […]

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