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The Ultimate Agency Tech Stack: Marketing, Inspections, CRM, Leads & More
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The Ultimate Agency Tech Stack: Marketing, Inspections, CRM, Leads & More

It’s no secret that when it comes to winning instructions, competition between estate agencies is fierce.  But when the day-to-day running of your agency alone is so time-intensive, it can be difficult to invest in areas that can help you dominate your market. This is where building out a robust tech stack can help. Whether […]

S Sián Hemming-Metcalfe July 23, 2024 7 min
A Guide to Green Leases
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A Guide to Green Leases

Green leases represent a pivotal shift in the property industry, helping to reduce the environmental impact of real estate. As agreements that incorporate terms to help manage a building's environmental impact, green leases align the interests of landlords and tenants towards energy efficiency and reduced carbon footprints. In this blog, we’ll look at sustainable real […]

I Inventory Base February 10, 2024 6 min
Trading Standards Material Information: Background & Updates (October 2023)
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Trading Standards Material Information: Background & Updates (October 2023)

In May 2022, the National Trading Standards enforced the first of their three directives, known as part A, which covers material information for property listings. Here's all you need to know so far.

I Inventory Base October 9, 2023 8 min
The 5 Signs of Mould Toxicity
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The 5 Signs of Mould Toxicity

Landlords, property managers and inventory professionals need to understand mould toxicity and the effect it can have on their investment and those living within their property. Here are the signs and what to do.

I Inventory Base July 12, 2023 8 min
Top 7 Property Franchises in the UK (2023)
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Top 7 Property Franchises in the UK (2023)

Investing in a property franchise promises great returns, but there are many to choose from. Here are the 7 best property franchise options in the UK.

I Inventory Base June 27, 2023 9 min
Accurate Meter Reading: The Key to Successful Property Management
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Accurate Meter Reading: The Key to Successful Property Management

Taking an accurate meter reading can be the bane of every inventory professional’s working life, but with the cost of living crisis in full swing it should not be overlooked.

I Inventory Base May 30, 2023 8 min
Renting Out a Property for the First Time? A Landlord’s Guide to the Most Asked Questions
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Renting Out a Property for the First Time? A Landlord’s Guide to the Most Asked Questions

Renting out a property is a considerable but rewarding commitment. When purchasing a property for someone else to live in, the best way to get the most out of your investment is to remember that it is a two-way transaction. While most landlord-tenant relationships are amiable, understanding your responsibility and rights as a landlord before […]

I Inventory Base May 4, 2021 16 min
FAQ – Self-Service Tenant Pre Check Out Notes
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FAQ – Self-Service Tenant Pre Check Out Notes

What are pre check out notes? It’s a template that enables the tenant to capture the information you would normally receive/collate when meeting the tenant at the check out appointment but with current restrictions in force due to social distancing this is currently not possible.  Why have you introduced this as a service; surely we […]

S Sián Hemming-Metcalfe April 3, 2020 2 min
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