21 Oct Networking pays off for ex estate agent starting a new career in Bristol
Local property professional Ross Wheeler has recently quit his position as an estate agent branch manager to embark on a new life as a surveyor,...
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16 Oct New survey report design unveiled
Allcott Associates has today released their new look survey report designs....
30 Sep Classroom complete: what’s next for our budding valuation surveyors?
Last month, Allcott Associates’ trainee valuation surveyors successfully completed their classroom studies. Kerry tells us about what’s next for her on the road to becoming...
24 Sep On the Ladder: a couple buying a £300K first home in Oxfordshire
Welcome to our new series looking at real property moves. This month, first-time buyers Charlie and Bethany tell us about their purchase of a listed thatched...
16 Sep Help to Buy valuations required as UK Government extends mortgage terms
As of September 2019, Help to Buy homeowners in England will be able to take out mortgages over terms of up to 35 years. This is...
10 Jun 3 Signs Of Bats In Your Property: What You Need to Watch Out For
Bats rarely cause problems and can coexist with homeowners without any problems, often going unnoticed. But if you are concerned about bats in your home,...
08 Jun Mining and Property Subsidence – Does Your Home Sit on a Coalfield?
With nearly one third of UK properties siting above coalfields, subsidence resulting from past mining activity can be a cause for concern. Ground movement resulting...
21 May Wet Rot – Causes, Identification & Solution
What is Wet Rot? Wet rot is the natural decay of timber due to high moisture levels. It occurs in timber with a moisture content of...
16 May Japanese Knotweed – Do You Know What to Look For?
Japanese knotweed has hit the headlines again this week. This time it’s good news – there are indications that mortgage companies are being overly cautious...
30 Apr Dry Rot – Causes, Identification & Solution
What is Dry Rot? Dry rot is a type of fungal timber decay known as Serpula Lacrymans. It occurs when wood becomes too wet with a...