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  • What Tenants in SE18/SE28 Really Think Landlords Are Responsible For 1st February Uncategorised

    What Tenants in SE18/SE28 Really Think Landlords Are Responsible For

    In this three-minute read, we look at what a new survey about mould in UK homes reveals about the tenant/landlord relationship. Let’s unpack what SE18/SE28 landlords can learn from the findings of the memorably titled Mouldy Nation Report. Firstly, before you ask, yes there really is a document called the Mouldy Nation…

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  • Four Reasons to Be Cheerful in SE18/SE28 Today 29th January Uncategorised

    Four Reasons to Be Cheerful in SE18/SE28 Today

    In this two-minute read, we bring you four news stories to lift your spirits and make you smile.  You can’t lose if you snoozeIf you often nod off mid-afternoon, we have good news – a new study suggests napping can sharpen your mind and help ward off dementia. A survey…

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  • Bored in SE18/SE28? These four facts show It could be worse 28th January Uncategorised

    Bored in SE18/SE28? These four facts show It could be worse

    STARTS This article discovers there are levels to lockdown boredom and shares with you the World’s most boring museum, film, town, and date. A surprisingly interesting 3-minute read. At Hi Residential we’re an optimistic bunch and see the lockdown across SE18/SE28 as being safe at home rather than stuck indoors.…

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  • Seven Reasons Why People in SE18/SE28 Are Moving This Year 27th January Uncategorised

    Seven Reasons Why People in SE18/SE28 Are Moving This Year

    In this two-minute read, we look at seven reasons people in SE18/SE28 are upping sticks and moving out, on, and upwards. Over the years, we’ve helped hundreds (NOTE: IF IT’S THOUSANDS, ADD THAT) of people across SE18/SE28 move home successfully. The reasons why people move are varied, but in our…

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  • Has Your Favourite Board Game Made This Top Ten? 26th January Uncategorised

    Has Your Favourite Board Game Made This Top Ten?

    Has Your Favourite Board Game Made This Top Ten? A 60-second speed read on the games people are playing in lockdown. One of the few positives of the lockdowns has been that families living in the same home have spent more quality time together. This ‘together time’ has seen a…

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  • Advice for First-Time Landlords in SE18/SE28 25th January Uncategorised

    Advice for First-Time Landlords in SE18/SE28

    Advice for First-Time Landlords in SE18/SE28 In this three-minute read, we share five top tips if you’re thinking about renting out your property for the first time. Deciding to become a landlord is a big step. It can be both exciting and daunting. Here at Hi Residential, we’ve got some…

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  • Three Stories to Make You Smile 23rd January Uncategorised

    Three Stories to Make You Smile

    In this two-minute read, we share tales of triumph and generosity from around the UK. Postcards of Kindness The pandemic has been tough on us all, but particularly so for care home residents. To ease the sense of isolation that many people in care homes feel, an army of postcard…

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  • How Leasehold Reforms Could Impact Homeowners in SE18/SE28 22nd January Uncategorised

    How Leasehold Reforms Could Impact Homeowners in SE18/SE28

    How Leasehold Reforms Could Impact Homeowners in SE18/SE28 In this three-minute read, we look at England’s new leasehold reform package. What will the new leasehold reforms, announced last week, deliver for leasehold property owners in SE18/SE28? Here’s what we know so far. Now, ‘leasehold reform’ may not be the sexiest…

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  • A Top Ten of Uplifting Songs for People in SE18/SE28 21st January Uncategorised

    A Top Ten of Uplifting Songs for People in SE18/SE28

    A Top Ten of Uplifting Songs for People in SE18/SE28 In this 60-second speed read, we share ten tunes to put a spring in your step despite what’s going on in the world. What do you get when you cross a fashion magazine with a scientist? And no this isn’t…

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  • Here are four stress-busting tips to help sell your home in SE18/SE28 20th January Uncategorised

    Here are four stress-busting tips to help sell your home in SE18/SE28

    In this two-minute read, we look at the reasons why people struggle to sell their homes and what can be done about it. Monday was officially the most depressing day of the year, as if we needed reminding. Scientists claim it’s the perfect storm for a downer. Money is tight,…

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Small Gestures, Big Impact: It’s Random Acts of Kindness Day 9th April Uncategorised

Small Gestures, Big Impact: It’s Random Acts of Kindness Day

Small Gestures, Big Impact: It’s Random Acts of Kindness Day Random Acts of Kindness Day is this Saturday 17th February. The idea of a day to perform random acts of kindness began in America in 1995. It’s spread globally and is a great opportunity to show how small, thoughtful actions…

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What You Should Know before You and Your Partner Live Together  If talk between you and your partner this Valentine’s Day turns to living together, there are a few practical things you should know first.  Here at Hi Residential, we pride ourselves on being as helpful as possible.  But dishing out relationship advice is a step too far – even for us.  So, if you’re considering moving in with your partner, we’ll leave the big decisions and lovey-dovey stuff down to you.  However, if you decide to co-habit, we have some useful, albeit unromantic, advice for you.  It’s based on insights we’ve gained over the years from helping many couples set up home together.  Speak to your landlord  One option when moving in together is to start afresh in a new rental property. However, if you plan to move into your partner’s rented place or for them to join you, then you need to discuss this with the landlord. Be aware that you’ll need to get the landlord’s permission first, and they’ll most likely have to run a reference check.   Budget and bills  The good thing about living with someone is you can share the financial burden of renting. But you’ll need to have a frank conversation at the start to discuss how much you can afford to pay in rent and how you’ll split the bills.  Jointly liable  It’s worth understanding that when the two of you sign a tenancy agreement, you are both ‘jointly and severally liable’. This means that if, for example, your partner loses their job and can’t pay the rent, you could be liable to pay their share. The same goes for the upkeep and maintenance of the property. You’re both equally responsible.   Logistics  If you both already have your own homes, decide what furniture you’ll each take to your new property. It’s unlikely that you will have room for more than one sofa, bed or dining table, so you may need to give away or sell some big-ticket items. At this point, you may also get the home-making bug and decide to buy some items to turn your new place into a cosy love nest. In that case, it may be time to put your relationship to the test by taking a trip to Ikea. Good luck.  If you’re looking for a new rental property, contact us here at Hi Residential today. 9th April Uncategorised

What You Should Know before You and Your Partner Live Together If talk between you and your partner this Valentine’s Day turns to living together, there are a few practical things you should know first. Here at Hi Residential, we pride ourselves on being as helpful as possible. But dishing out relationship advice is a step too far – even for us. So, if you’re considering moving in with your partner, we’ll leave the big decisions and lovey-dovey stuff down to you. However, if you decide to co-habit, we have some useful, albeit unromantic, advice for you. It’s based on insights we’ve gained over the years from helping many couples set up home together. Speak to your landlord One option when moving in together is to start afresh in a new rental property. However, if you plan to move into your partner’s rented place or for them to join you, then you need to discuss this with the landlord. Be aware that you’ll need to get the landlord’s permission first, and they’ll most likely have to run a reference check. Budget and bills The good thing about living with someone is you can share the financial burden of renting. But you’ll need to have a frank conversation at the start to discuss how much you can afford to pay in rent and how you’ll split the bills. Jointly liable It’s worth understanding that when the two of you sign a tenancy agreement, you are both ‘jointly and severally liable’. This means that if, for example, your partner loses their job and can’t pay the rent, you could be liable to pay their share. The same goes for the upkeep and maintenance of the property. You’re both equally responsible. Logistics If you both already have your own homes, decide what furniture you’ll each take to your new property. It’s unlikely that you will have room for more than one sofa, bed or dining table, so you may need to give away or sell some big-ticket items. At this point, you may also get the home-making bug and decide to buy some items to turn your new place into a cosy love nest. In that case, it may be time to put your relationship to the test by taking a trip to Ikea. Good luck. If you’re looking for a new rental property, contact us here at Hi Residential today.

What You Should Know before You and Your Partner Live Together  If talk between you and your partner this Valentine’s Day turns to living together, there are a few practical things you should know first. Here at Hi Residential, we pride ourselves on being as helpful as possible. But dishing out…

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