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News Archive for July - 2019

Landlords can profit as only 1 in 10 Millennials is getting a mortgage

Landlords can profit as only 1 in 10 Millennials is getting a mortgage

Looking at the UK property market today it's often difficult to find something positive to say about it. Sales are sluggish, house prices are unpredictable and many have had to accept that buying a home is simply not going to be possible. In fact, last month, research carried out by the Nottingham Building Society found that just one ...

What to expect from your managing agent

What to expect from your managing agent

The National Landlords Association describes letting agents as "a valuable resource" and says the "purpose of a letting agent is to alleviate stress for the landlord and to ensure that their property remains a savvy and profitable investment." Which sounds ideal in theory. However, as anyone who has experience of letting agents as a landlord knows, not all provide ...

The importance of great tradespeople

The importance of great tradespeople

One of the major causes of friction between landlords and tenants is a lack of responsiveness when it comes to repairs and maintenance. At Storeys we always advise our landlords to stay on top of these practical details, to preserve relationships with tenants and also to help avoid minor problems escalating into expensive issues. Great tradespeople are the key to this ...

Best coffee shops in Hackney

Best coffee shops in Hackney

Hackney has become Coffee Central these days with new fresh brew spots opening up almost every month. If you love your coffee - or you're just keen to find new, interesting people watching places - these are our suggestions for some of the best coffee shops in Hackney to try.

Lion Coffee + Records

Enjoy a flat white made from Allpress ...