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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica;">Will working from home be your new norm?</span>

 
Last year, the number of adults who worked from home inevitably increased to 37% over lockdown.*
 
Despite many people agreeing that working from home makes them feel isolated, 85% of homeworking adults now favour a "hybrid" approach of both home and office working for the future.*
 
Whilst job adverts that included home working have increased dramatically to three times the amount seen last year.*
 
Are you currently working from home?
 
Here are our top tips on how you can create a healthy working environment.
 
1. Keep moving
 
When we work from home, we tend to be a lot less active than in an office environment.
 
Exercise is the key to staying in good health, so a lunchtime walk has many benefits and will keep you productive for the rest of the day.
 
2. Look after your eyes
 
Looking at a computer screen for hours can be taxing on your eyes.
 
Aim to follow the '20/20/20 rule'. That means that every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds, this should help your eyes recover from the strain.
 
3. Create boundaries
 
It can be tempting to work longer hours from home but remember to have boundaries between work and home life.
 
Having a home office can be beneficial as a designated workspace that you can leave at the end of the day.
 
If you don’t have a home office, why not consider picking a space in your home that will be your professional sanctuary.
 
4. Put a plant on your desk
 
Plants can play a major role in creating a more peaceful, yet engaging workspace.
 
5. Natural light is important
 
Natural light is good for your eyes and mind.
 
If your home office doesn’t have any windows, make sure you have plenty of lamps producing light.
 
6. Invest in a decent coffee machine!
 
Standing up and giving yourself breaks from your computer screen is important.
 
Getting a coffee can be a well-earned break from work and give you some extra energy to get through the day.
 
With career changes higher in September than any other month of the year, are you looking to relocate? Contact us today to see our latest listings in your area.**
 

 
*National Office for Statistics
**Job search website, Monster
 



<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica;"><strong>Selling during the back to school season</strong></span>

 
One-third of homeowners choose to buy or sell in early autumn, making now the best time to put your house on the market.
 
With children returning to school, could a move be on the cards for you?
 
If you are selling this September, here are some of our top tips...
 
1) Have a clear-out
 
The back to school season can be a busy time, with one in four also choosing to switch jobs and careers during this month compared to the rest of the year.*
 
So, having a simple declutter of your belongings and items can create a blank slate for people coming to view your home.
 
2) Maximise your storage
 
Maximising your storage space is an easy way to keep your home tidy at a low cost, which may then mean you're required to do less work in between any viewings that take place.
 
3) Plan for viewings
 
Don’t let viewings catch you off guard! Have a checklist of everything you need to do before a potential buyer comes to view your home.
 
Having a set plan of action will help you keep a clear head and get things done amid the back-to-school chaos.
 
4) Improve your home's kerb appeal
 
Two-thirds of buyers stated that kerb appeal was a significant influencer in their property purchase.**
 
Some top tips for improving your home's aesthetics are hiding bins, cleaning your windows and decorating your front door.
 
Are you ready to move this September?
 
Contact our property professionals today for helpful advice and guidance.
 
 
*Job search website, Monster
**Homeowners Alliance
 



<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica;"><span class="TextRun SCXW79671668 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" style="font-weight: bold;" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Tenant demand still on the rise</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica;"><span class="TextRun SCXW79671668 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" style="font-weight: bold;" xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto"><br /></span></span>

 
Following a surge in tenant demand over the last quarter, the market could see rents increase over the next three months.*
 
The pandemic has heavily impacted the lettings sector, with fewer rental properties being listed on the market. This has caused the increasing demand to continue to outstrip supply.
 
This is good news for anyone looking to begin their buy-to-let journey, as tenant demand has hit the highest levels recorded since 2016.**
 
If you want to let a property in 2021, here are three top tips to get started with your portfolio.
 
 
1) Impress with add-ons
 
Investing in your property prior to letting it will ensure you receive the maximum return on investment possible.
 
Being able to say you have “modern, state of the art appliances” is a great way to attract tenants.
 
If you do upgrade your appliances, you could always go for energy-efficient models and make your property environmentally friendly, as this is another big selling point.
 
2) Promote your property as pet friendly
 
There are some tenants who won’t even consider moving into a pet-free property.
 
By welcoming well-behaved pets, this will open your property to a much wider search radius, as well as the potential to see higher rents.
 
3) Make use of your local letting agency
 
We’re here to help manage your property, find tenants and bring you peace of mind.
 
Your property is in safe hands when you let with us, so take the stress out of letting and leave it to the experts.
 
Contact our team and find out how we could help you manage your property.
 
 
*Propertymark
**What mortgage
 
 



<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica;"><span class="TextRun SCXW142248867 BCX0" lang="EN-US" style="font-weight: bold;" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW142248867 BCX0" style="font-weight: bold;">Surge in sellers renting ahead of their next move</span></span></span>

 
With the sales market continuing to boom, many homeowners have secured a high price for their home in 2021, choosing to put themselves in a stronger position by renting during this stop gap period.
 
If you’re living in a rented property, you are normally able to move quicker due to not being part of a chain.
 
Rather than feeling pressured to act fast, this means that you're able to negotiate for the property and price you want.
 
It's also an incredibly sought-after position to be in when a vendor chooses who to sell to, as without a chain, the sale will be more likely to complete instead of falling-through.
  
The number of sellers looking for rental homes has contributed greatly to the dwindling stock of rental properties and consequently increasing rents. As a result, there were nearly half the number of properties on the rental market in July than this time last year, with the numbers continuing to drop.*
 
This is encouraging for landlords, as their properties are in demand with void periods falling rapidly.
 
But it’s not just homeowners looking to rent.
 
Due to the pandemic, many tenants no longer have to be tied down to one location.
 
With working from home now the new norm, a short commute is no longer desirable and moving away is more feasible. This year, 49% of tenants moved just because they wanted to live somewhere different, as opposed to moving from necessity.**
 
Are you looking to sell your home or put your property up for rent? Our dedicated team offer free, accurate and no-obligation valuations for both the sales and lettings market.
 
Find out how much your property is worth today and book your market appraisal.
 
 
*This is Money
*Estate Agent Today