From Thursday the 14th December, our opening times are changing.
During the holiday period we will have essential staff available to answer calls between 10.00 am and 5.30 pm, except for weekends and public holidays. Please be aware that branches will be closed. Please call ahead before making the trip to see us. If you’re locked out, please call us.
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by Patrick Garratt - 13th December 2023
A recent article by Save the Student has highlighted a pressing issue facing students in England: the diminishing real value of Maintenance Loans in the wake of soaring inflation.
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by Patrick Garratt - 3rd December 2023
Managing your money doesn't have to be a snooze-fest. With these super handy apps and websites, you'll be mastering your finances in no time.
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by Patrick Garratt - 26th November 2023
In the Autumn Statement 2023 today (Wed 22nd November), the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced that the Government “…will consult on a new permitted development right to allow any house to be converted into two flats provided the exterior remains unaffected.”
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by Patrick Garratt - 22nd November 2023
The 2nd reading of the Renters Reform Bill includes important changes for the student sector.
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by Patrick Garratt - 31st October 2023
We're always at the forefront in making sure our properties and clients are compliant which is why we've been in contact with Birmingham City Council recently about Section 257 HMOs, which were included in the Additional Licensing scheme, but until today (12 Sept 23), there was no information about how to obtain a licence for one on the council's website.
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by Patrick Garratt - 12th October 2023
The new guidance makes it clear that landlords are responsible for identifying and addressing damp and mould in their properties. Tenants should not be blamed for damp and mould, as it is not the result of 'lifestyle choices'.
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by Patrick Garratt - 3rd October 2023
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by Nathan Colom - 30th September 2023
How Did Your University Fare in the Times University Guide 2023? Times University Guide 2023: A Look at Universities in Birmingham, Bristol, Nottingham, and Leicester
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by Patrick Garratt - 17th September 2023
Gove conveyed his perspective to the Sunday Telegraph, stating, "My own strong view is that we're asking too much too quickly. We do want to move towards greater energy efficiency, but the timing seems challenging, especially for landlords who are already facing significant capital expenditures to improve their property's efficiency."
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by Patrick Garratt - 31st July 2023