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March 2024 - Property Review

18/03/24

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HOWARD ON BBC RADIO BRISTOL

08/12/23

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December 2023 Property Review

04/12/23

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HOWARD ON BBC RADIO BRISTOL

06/10/23

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September 2023 Property Review

07/09/23

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BBC RADIO BRISTOL INTERVIEW

30/08/23

Howard Davis on The John Darvall show 30th August from 10am – 10.18am.

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August 2023 Property Reivew

24/08/23

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Summer price drop shows tentative steps towards improved ...

22/08/23

Improved buyer affordability?

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Goodbye Vicki and Bryony!

06/07/23

The Howard Homes team waves goodbye to Vicki and Bryony!

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BBC Radio 4 Today Programme 19th June 2023

19/06/23

Howard Davis: BBC Radio 4 Today Programme 19 June 2023

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June 2023 Property Review

08/06/23

What is the key feature home-buyers are adding to their wish lists this year?

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May 2023 Property Review

12/05/23

Our newly crowned king may not have to worry about finding somewhere to live, but as Prince of Wales he became a champion of vernacular architectur...

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Radio Bristol Interview- Renting

12/05/23

Howard joined host James Hanson on BBC Radio Bristol this morning, to discuss the extreme demand for rental property in Bristol.

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What can I use my tenant’s deposit for?

03/05/23

Tenancy deposit advice for landlords courtesy of TDS

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April 2023 Property Review

18/04/23

How is the property market doing as we enter the springtime prime buying months?

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New 'How to Rent’ and ‘How to Let’ guides

24/03/23

'How to Rent’ and ‘How to Let’ guides updated March 2023.

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Howard partner with #1 student letting platform

09/03/23

At Howard we have broadened our scope in supporting student landlords.

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March 2023 Property Review

08/03/23

What does it take to put together property deals in 2023?

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How to Achieve a Stress-Free Sale

02/03/23

If you are thinking of selling your property, our experienced and knowledgeable Sales Team are here to help. Read on to see how we can help you ach...

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BS8 Sales Market Overview

01/03/23

How is the property market performing in BS8? 

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February 2023 Property Review

10/02/23

How do we find our way through the new year property market maze?

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The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022

25/01/23

The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 came into force on 23 January 2023.

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Tips for Landlords: Fitness Standards and Repair

23/01/23

Property Management Tips from the Howard Maintenance Team

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January 2023 Property Review

09/01/23

What will it take to make things happen in the property market this New Year?

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Howard: BBC Radio Bristol Interview

07/01/23

Howard gives a bit of insight into the property market, on Ali Vowles' Saturday Morning Breakfast Show

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Landlords in the dark about EPC changes

04/01/23

With much uncertainty surrounding the Government’s proposals, our colleagues at Fixflo have produced this helpful article providing guidance and (h...

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Christmas 2022 Opening Hours

19/12/22

Our Christmas 2022 Opening hours and Fixflo out of hours link for tenants

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December 2022 Property Review

06/12/22

With domestic finances becoming stretched and the property market beginning to favour buyers, how can sellers maximise their return through some si...

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Celebrating Independent and Local

02/12/22

At Howard we are proudly independent and we love to support other local, independent businesses. Here are some we can’t seem to live without!

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Tenant's Guide: Getting Ready for Winter

25/11/22

Some handy winter home care tips for tenants, courtesy of ​​​​​the Howard Maintenance Team.

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Tips for Landlords: Getting Your Property Tenant Ready

16/11/22

A few useful pointers from the Howard team!

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November 2022 Property Review

02/11/22

What are the conflicting forces that are affecting the property market in the run up to Christmas?

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October 2022 Property Review

07/10/22

The A to D of the Property Market...

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September 2022 Property Review

08/09/22

The human side of buying, selling or letting a home...

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A passion for interiors

06/09/22

Introducing Amanda's Designs.... With a 20-year background and experience in textiles, Amanda Ridley creates stylish and comfortable rooms for her...

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August 2022 - Property Review

05/08/22

Are we looking at a new property market in the wake of the incomparable past two years?

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Howard says Adios to Lettings Negotiator David

04/08/22

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July 2022 Property Review

11/07/22

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June 2022 Property Review

08/06/22

Market comment, The Queen’s speech 2022 (The Renters Reform Bill), Energy efficiency assistance for landlords...

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The Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Amendment Regulations...

25/05/22

Changes to the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations in England are coming

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May 2022 Property Review

09/05/22

Market Comment -Is Spring a good time to sell?... Bank of England interest rates and the property market...Future homebuyers freed from ground rent...

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April 2022 Property Review

08/04/22

Two new Bristol property licensing schemes start 6 April; How to help - Homes for Ukraine; Temporary VAT relief on energy saving materials

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March 2022 Property Review

07/03/22

Market comment, UK's Best Buy-to-Let areas, cladding update, Right to Rent update, Why is March the best time to sell?

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February 2022 Property Review

07/02/22

Market Comment - 'Chained-up', Levelling up (Section 21 update), West of England expo 2022.....

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January 2022 Property Review

11/01/22

Property market comment, news update, fire safety Act 2021, new Bristol licensing schemes..

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Approved property licensing scheme: Brislington West, Hor...

10/01/22

Bristol City Council’s has approved plans to implement new licensing schemes in the three wards 6 April 2022

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Fire Safety Act 2021 (England & Wales)

10/01/22

Ministers to decide when the rules will be brought into force in England

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​​​​​​​Opening Hours – Christmas 2021

22/12/21

Our opening hours over Christmas & New Year.

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December 2021 Property Review

03/12/21

Howard considers changes in the real estate market as 2021 draws to a close

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Howard Achieves Gold Award at EA Masters

02/12/21

We are winners! Estate Agency Masters ceremony in London 2021.

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November 2021 Property Review

03/11/21

Our monthly market comment, plus property news and links

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October 2021 Property Review

07/10/21

Our monthly property market update for sales and lettings

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Landlord notice periods revert to pre-COVID lengths

01/10/21

New regulations come into force on 1 October 2021 for England relating to notice periods

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Ask the Expert: BBC Radio Bristol

01/10/21

Howard helps to answer questions from the public on the John Darvall show

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Changes to notice periods in England

10/09/21

Notice periods will return to their pre-COVID lengths, as of 1st October 2021.

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September Property Review

06/09/21

Property market updates; Right to Rent adjusted checks deadline extended; How Bristol landlords can help resettle vulnerable Afghan families..

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Right to Rent checks continue remotely

27/08/21

The Home Office has confirmed the temporary adjustments to Right to Rent checks will now continue through to 5 April 2022.

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August Property Review

04/08/21

Market comment & News; Cladding checks, Minimum Energy Performance of Buildings Bill, 3rd consecutive record-breaking month for house sales..

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Radio Bristol Interview: Expensive Garages

14/07/21

BBC Radio Bristol host James Hanson asks Howard, ‘has the local property market gone well and truly mad?’

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July Property Review

07/07/21

Buyer's new 'must haves'; Latest rental index; Stamp Duty; House price update; 'Right to Rent' updates..

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Changes to Right to Rent checks from 1 July

01/07/21

The Home Office has released the revised Code of Practice for changes to checks in England, from 1 July 2021.

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Stamp duty holiday changes

30/06/21

From 1st July there will be a phased return to previous stamp duty rates.

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Change to start date for 'In Person' Right to Rent checks

18/06/21

Temporary COVID-19 adjustments to Right to Rent checks will now end 31 August 2021. In-person Right to Rent checks will commence 1 September 2021

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Interview: How the UK housing market is breaking records

08/06/21

Howard was invited to comment on the John Darvall show, BBC Radio Bristol, 10am Tuesday 8 June 2021

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June Property Review

08/06/21

Latest UK House Price Index (Hometrack), Notice Period & Eviction changes for Landlords, Right to Rent update, Renters Reform Bill..

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Revive your interior spaces

28/05/21

FREE design advice from the professionals

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Covid Policy:  May 2021

18/05/21

Latest Covid-19 advice for estate and letting agents

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Changes to notice periods for landlords

12/05/21

The UK Government has announced that from 1 June 2021, the six month notice period in England will be reduced to four months.

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The Queen's Speech 2021 - Renters Reform Bill

11/05/21

The abolishment of Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions, and lifetime deposits for tenants...

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May Property Review

06/05/21

Market update May 2021; 95% Mortgage Scheme launched; Energy Efficiency update; Fire Safety Bill; Breathing Space and Evictions.

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April Property Review

06/04/21

Market update April 2021; Record numbers using property portals; News on property transactions; Green Homes Grant scrapped; Six month notice period...

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Further extension to ban on evictions and 6 month notice ...

10/03/21

The ban on bailiff enforced evictions has been extended, and Landlords 6 month notice rule to stay in place until at least 31 May 2021

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March Property Review

04/03/21

Our monthly review on the housing market and industry updates

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Stamp Duty Extension Announced- Spring 2021 Budget

03/03/21

The chancellor has extended the stamp duty holiday from the end of March to the end of June.

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Stamp Duty Holiday Update

24/02/21

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is preparing to announce an extension to the stamp duty holiday deadline.

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Evictions ban extended until 31 March 2021

15/02/21

The government has announced that evictions cannot be enforced by bailiffs until at least 31 March 2021.

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February Property Review

02/02/21

Our monthly update on local housing market activity, national and local property news.

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January Property Review

08/01/21

Our monthly update on local housing market activity, national and local property news.

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Breaking News- Evictions Ban Extended

08/01/21

The government has announced that evictions will now not be enforced by bailiffs until at least 21 February 2021.....

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December Property Review

03/12/20

Our monthly update on local housing market activity, national and local property news.

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A Message from the Howard Team

02/11/20

Our premises at 203 Whiteladies Road are still open during usual business hours.  We have measures in place to keep all staff and visitors safe....

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November Property Review

01/11/20

Our monthly update on local housing market activity, national and local property news.

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Government plans to improve energy efficiency

13/10/20

The UK Government has started the consultation process on plans to improve energy efficiency in the UK rental sector.

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Tenant's Guide: Getting Ready for Winter

07/10/20

Important winter home care tips for tenants, from the Howard Maintenance Team

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October Property Review

02/10/20

Our monthly update on local housing market activity, national and local property news.

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How do I get my home ready to sell?

28/08/20

With demand for property to buy at a reported increase of 60%, if you are considering selling it is a good time to get your property on the market.

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Change to Notice Period for Landlords

28/08/20

It has been confirmed this afternoon that a 6 months notice period for landlords will be coming into force as of tomorrow, Saturday 29 August 2020. 

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Booming Marvellous

11/08/20

As we head for late summer Howard Davis, Director of Howard Independent Estate Agents assesses the property market.

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New Stamp Duty Rates, Calculator & FAQ’s

30/07/20

The stamp duty holiday - How much will I pay now? A handy calculator and some FAQ's to help you navigate the changes...

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BBC Interview 9/07/2020- Bristol Property Market

10/07/20

Our very own Howard appearing for comment on BBC Points West. A report on why Bristol is so attractive to those seeking a new way of life.

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Stamp Duty holiday announced

08/07/20

Chancellor Rishi Sunak confirms the Stamp Duty threshold will be increased to £500,000 immediately until March 31 next year.

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Caveat Venditor

17/06/20

Howard Davis, Director of Howard Independent Estate Agents looks at the impact national and global events might have on a resurgent UK property mar...

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Really Useful Engines

03/06/20

As the UK lifts out of lockdown, Howard Davis of Howard Independent Estate Agents suggests a chat over coffee to consider your next move.

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Government guidance now published - Electrical Safety Sta...

02/06/20

The UK Government releases guidance on the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020..

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Update: Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented...

18/05/20

The National Association of Professional Inspectors and Testers (NAPIT) have issued advice, ahead of the new rules

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We Are Open

15/05/20

Following this week’s announcement that sales and lettings activity can resume within England, our office is now open.

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Government guidance released

13/05/20

Our regulator Propertymark has issued the following bulletin, outlining how agents will operate during COVID.

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COVID-19: The Local Property Market in May 2020

04/05/20

Howard Davis, Director at Howard Independent Estate Agents, reflects on how quickly we settled in to a new way of life to meet the challenges of lo...

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Virtual Viewings and Valuations

29/04/20

We can still connect in the virtual world to help sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants, with their next move!

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Home presentation tips from the top

27/04/20

Really useful home presentation tips, courtesy of interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen.

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MHCLG COVID 19 -Official Guidance for Landlords & Tenants

06/04/20

The Ministry of Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has published Covid-19 guidance for landlords and tenants. 

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How will Coronavirus affect our move?

31/03/20

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Useful Information for Landlords

31/03/20

Influential industry bodies help to provide clearer guidance on how we should operate during COVID...

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Working from Home?

31/03/20

Some tips from ‘Rightmove’ to keep you productive.

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Update: How to contact us

30/03/20

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COVID-19 Howard Policy Update

24/03/20

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Coronavirus - Our Policy

14/03/20

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Dear Chancellor

06/03/20

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