Bushells

Many Landlords have been hoping for a windfall from promises of huge rents for the Olympics, but what has happened to these hopes? Has the bubble burst?

We charge 10% + VAT for let only - so do many competitors - but this is not the real fee when comparing costs. This may surprise you....

Many London landlords are tempted to cash in on the high rents being sought for the 2012 Olympics but there is much to consider as all that glisters may not be gold.

Which? have accused agents of ripping of tenants with inflated credit and debit card charges - but is this really fair or another example of headline grabbing news and agent bashing?

Why SAFEagent is welcome news for the consumer in an increasingly precarious world.

A single kitemark to protect the consumer. Leading Agents take the initiative to raise standards and let customers know when they are protected. Consumer Groups welcome the scheme.

The Government announces a plan to help First Time Buyers purchase NEW homes, but is this really going to help? Bushells thinks its more about headlines than help.

The Chief Executive of National Federation of Property Professionals (which include ARLA and NAEA) cautiously welcomes SAFE Agent kitemark initiative and explains his reservations.

Lettings Agents Consumer Protection initiative gathers pace and support from industry. A simple way of ensuring your money is SAFE if things go wrong. Think ABTA for Lettings agents!

Lettings agents launch kitemark to raise consumer awareness of financial risks of using “uninsured” agents. This is not a code of practice or a list of promises - this confirmation of consumer protection.