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Winter is a time for creating a warm, cosy atmosphere inside but how we heat, light and fragrance our homes during the colder months could be slowly poisoning us.

Anthony James’ Guide to Spotting a “Yes Agent”

Ah, the “Yes Agent.” A rare breed, you say? Not at all. In fact, they’re practically everywhere, lurking in the shadows of poorly managed developments, clinging to the coat-tails of a site’s self-appointed “Dictator” (you know, that one resident who thinks they’re the king or queen of the estate). But what exactly is a “Yes Agent”? Well, dear reader, allow me to enlighten you........

Discover the differences between traditional estate agents and the modern VIP estate agent service offered by Anthony James Estate Agents. Explore how a personalised property service can enhance your selling experience.

Anthony James Property Management is proud to announce our latest achievement: becoming a Registered Firm with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). This milestone reflects our commitment to excellence, ongoing professional development, and providing the very best service to our clients.

As a Registered Firm with RICS, we not only adhere to the highest industry standards but also gain access to a wealth of professional resources. This ensures our clients receive advice that is up-to-date, reliable, and informed by the best practices in property management.

The Renters’ Rights Bill is Labour’s push to reform the private rental sector and the proposals are expected to pass into law this year. In fact, if progress keeps up its current pace, we could see new legislation introduced as early as April 2025.

December is an interesting month in the property calendar. It’s a time when we look back at the year just gone and speculate about the 12 months ahead. December 2024 was also a month where serious buyers and sellers didn’t succumb to Christmas distractions.

Yes it’s a cliché but will 2025 be a case of ‘New Year, new home?’ If you are serious about purchasing a property, almost everything will be dictated by your monetary situation. Here’s how to get your finances in order before you start looking for a new home.

As we head towards one of the most expensive periods of the year – Christmas - Ofgem confirmed the energy price cap would rise at the start of 2025.

The colour experts have spoken and the Pantone Colour of the Year 2025 is……Mocha Mousse. This annual choice is described as a colour that ‘captures the global zeitgeist’, and is a shade we expect to see in fashion, advertising and in our homes.

It is one of the most unusual property phenomena but the Boxing Day bounce is real and potential sellers can prepare for it now.

With stamp duty rates changing for many buyers from 1st April 2025, many movers are stepping up their search for a property at a traditionally quiet time in the market. This sentiment was reflected in Rightmove’s November House Price Index. The portal said the number of sales being agreed is 26% higher now, when compared to the same period in 2023.

November is when winter really arrived. Dark mornings, dark nights, a touch of frost, even a layer of snow. It is also the month many of us will have fired up the central heating for the first time this season.